Towing Service License approved for Henry Mitchell Hamby III
Grants one new wrecker operator permission to work on Birmingham streets. Citizens should know who holds towing licenses in their city.
Topic
Public Works
Agenda items
Public Works items
Hooters of Homewood: liquor license transfer application heard
HOA Restaurant Holder LLC seeks to transfer a restaurant liquor license to operate at 1278 Oak Grove Road. Council will hear the application and public comment on whether to approve the license transfer.
Slice LLC liquor license application: lounge retail at 725 29th St S
Slice LLC is seeking a Lounge Retail Liquor Class I license for a bar/lounge at 725 29th Street South. Council will hear from the applicant and neighbors before deciding whether to grant or deny the license.
Public hearing set on Storm Water Protection Ordinance
City proposes new rules to stop illegal pollution dumping into storm drains. Public hearing Tuesday, November 18, 2014.
Council awards $419K sidewalk contract to Johnson Kreis Construction
Florentine Building sidewalk improvements begin after competitive bidding. Work improves pedestrian safety and accessibility in that area.
City-State traffic signal maintenance deal: Project STPAA-STPBH-7376
Agreement allows the city to coordinate traffic signal and lighting maintenance with Alabama Department of Transportation on shared infrastructure. Ensures consistent upkeep affecting pedestrian and vehicle safety.
Condemnation repair permit issued for 1325 29th Street North
Property owner McArthur Melton can now repair a condemned residential building, potentially removing blight and returning the property to productive use in the neighborhood.
Land area:
1 parcel
City awards $358K to Southeastern Sealcoating for Pearson Avenue improvements
Pearson Avenue will get streetscape work including sealcoating and repairs. This lowest-bid contract moves the project toward completion.
City vacates alleys and 49th Street for CMC Alabama development
CMC Alabama gains control of public streets and alleys covering ~0.5 acres in industrial area, likely enabling a major development project. Public right-of-way is removed from city roads.
Land area:
0.50 acres
BMM LLC seeks beer & wine license transfer for 1164 Arkadelphia Road
Public hearing on a liquor license application lets residents weigh in on a new alcohol retailer in their neighborhood. Approval would allow beer and wine sales at BMM Food Mart.
Hooters transfers restaurant liquor license to Trussville location
HOA Restaurant Holder LLC seeks to move a restaurant retail liquor license to Hooters at 1917 Edwards Lake Road. License transfers affect local alcohol sales operations and neighborhood commercial activity.
Special Events License approved for Trim Tab Brewing at tailgate event
Trim Tab Brewing can serve alcohol at A Tailgate to End Hunger on October 4, 2014 on 6th Avenue South between 27th and 28th Streets.
Mobile food vendor license approved for 80 Pops! on 13th Street South
80 Pops! gains permission to operate a pushcart on the East Sidewalk of 13th Street South, bringing a new food option to the area.
Mobile food vendor license approved: Steel City Pops on 5th Avenue North
Steel City Pops gains permission to operate a pushcart on 5th Avenue North's South Sidewalk. Local food vendors improve street-level activity and neighborhood commerce.
Mobile food vendor license approved for 16th & Morris
Dwight Taylor's pushcart vendor license allows him to operate a mobile food business at the northwest corner of 16th Street North and Morris Avenue.
City funds $7,575 bus shelter at Lexington & 7th in Wylam
City commits matching funds to add a large bus shelter in the Wylam neighborhood, improving transit access and rider comfort for residents using the corner stop.
City funds District 5 Fun Day at Railroad Park
City commits public funds to support a community event in District 5. Held October 19, 2014 at Railroad Park.
Council allocates $1,000 to Birmingham Multicultural Association for Internation
City supports community arts and cultural celebration featuring music, dance, art, and food from around the world.
Budget amendment: $160K redirected to Steris sidewalk improvements
City redirects street-improvement funds to sidewalk work at the Steris facility. Improves pedestrian access in that area.
City spends $129,792 state grant on Sidewalk Master Plan
State grant funds sidewalk improvements citywide through ALDOT's master planning effort. Project identifies and prioritizes pedestrian safety upgrades across Birmingham.