Public Works

City awards garbage disposal contract to Republic Services

Council selected Republic Services (BFI Waste) to handle the city's trash collection. Contract details and pricing are filed in the Purchasing Agent's office.

City partners with USGS on water resources investigation

The city will collaborate with federal experts to study and maintain water systems. This partnership brings federal funding and technical expertise to local water management.

City pays $8,149 to GLS Supply for water fountains at Crossplex

Public facility upgrade: Birmingham Crossplex gets new drinking fountains paid from general funds.

Fire protection contract: $35,415 to Johnson Controls

City approves spending $35,415 for fire protection services from Johnson Controls Fire Protection, LP, without competitive bidding.

City awards tires contract to Southern Tire Mart, LLC

City selects vendor for ongoing mobile equipment and specialty turf tire purchases. Competitive bid keeps equipment maintenance costs controlled.

Council awards $372K street safety contract to Gillespie Construction

East Lake neighborhood gets safer streets with this contractor award for right-of-way improvements. Work includes traffic and pedestrian safety upgrades.

Council awards $372K to Gillespie Construction for East Lake street safety proje

City contracts with Gillespie Construction to improve pedestrian and traffic safety on streets in the East Lake neighborhood through right-of-way upgrades.

City signs intergovernmental agreement with Birmingham Je

Establishes a formal partnership between the City and Birmingham Je, likely affecting public services or infrastructure operations. Details of the agreement's scope and impact are unclear from the truncated title.

Special Events Retail License granted for Champagne & Fried Chicken event

Les Dames d'Escoffier International can now host a special retail event on October 19, 2025, at the 29th Street and 2nd Avenue location. This one-time license allows food and beverage sales for the event.

C & M Hospitality liquor license approved for Cassanova Restaurant

Cassanova Restaurant at 616 29th Street South is cleared to serve beer, wine, and liquor. The address correction ensures the license matches the actual location.

High Dive Lounge seeks restaurant liquor license at 524 32nd St S

High Dive Lounge and Park, LLC is seeking approval to serve alcohol at 524 32nd Street South. The license decision will proceed with a public hearing where residents can weigh in on the restaurant's application.

Greek Festival retail license approved for 19th Street South

Holy Trinity-Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church gets permission to sell food and beverages at the Greek Festival on 19th Street South, October 2–4, 2025.

Special Events Retail License approved for Food+Heritage Festival

Allows vendors to sell food and goods at Food+Heritage Festival on September 19, 2025, at 29th Street between 2nd Avenue. Extends retail permissions granted earlier this year.

City approves $6,750 agreement with Sidewalk Film Center & Cinema

The city commits $6,750 in general funds to Sidewalk Film Center & Cinema, supporting a local cultural venue.

INVOCATION: Rev. Otis McGuire, Pastor, Water of Life Ministry, Hueytown, AL

City awards $194.8K contract to Bright Future Electric for City Hall lighting up

City Hall's exterior lighting will be upgraded. The $194,800 contract with Bright Future Electric is a public spending decision on building maintenance.

Air purification systems for 30 fire stations: $1.05M sole-source deal

City awards $1.05M to Magne Grip for AirHawk air purifiers in all 30 fire stations, improving air quality for firefighters and the public they serve.

City Hall security upgrades: $5,999.66 for access panels and card readers

City Hall gets new access control equipment to improve building security. Work includes card readers and electronic access panels at the main municipal building.

City awards $3.1M contract to Gillespie Construction for 40th Street North impro

Gillespie Construction will upgrade 40th Street North in Birmingham under a $3.1M contract after a competitive bid process. This is a significant street improvement project affecting traffic and infrastructure in the area.

City Hall security cameras: $26,725 contract to Johnson Controls

City spending $26,725 on exterior camera system for City Hall at 710 20th Street North. Improves security monitoring of municipal building.