Public Works

Lounge liquor license approved for The Mixx Bar and Grill

Gaines Enterprise LLC receives approval to serve liquor at The Mixx Bar and Grill (700 9th Street North). License grants retail lounge service rights in that location.

Tin Roof Acquisition Company gets special events license for August concert

City approves two-day concert event (Aug. 20–21, 2016) in the 2700 block of 7th Avenue South. This allows the venue to host the performance with city authorization.

City to partner with Jefferson County on Sterilite Drive and Meadow Craft Road i

Birmingham will work with Jefferson County to improve Sterilite Drive and Meadow Craft Road. The city will manage the purchasing for the joint project.

ITEM 17. A Resolution designating a portion of 1st Avenue South from 14th Street South to 16th Street South, Birmingham as "Willie Mays Drive," and authorizing the Mayor to authorize the City Traffic Engineer to erect signs at appropriate locations within

Mobile food vendor permit approved for That's My Dawg pushcart

Michael Frymark's hot dog cart gains permission to operate at 14th Street North and Rev. Abraham Woods Jr. Boulevard.

City buys 8 garbage trucks from Ingram Equipment for $1.27M

Birmingham purchases eight new rear-loading garbage packer trucks to replace aging fleet. Improves waste collection efficiency across the city.

Towing license granted to Big Ed's Wrecker and Storage

Eddie Campbell Jr.'s business at 920 14th Place S.W. gains permission to operate towing and vehicle immobilization services on Birmingham streets.

Condemnation repair permit issued for 2121 47th Street West

Property owner King Fells can now proceed with repairs on a condemned building. Completing rehabilitation work is a step toward returning the property to usable condition and removing blight from the neighborhood.

City, state agree on traffic signal and roadway lighting maintenance

Clarifies who pays for upkeep of traffic signals and street lights in Birmingham — keeping roads safer and better lit.

Condemnation repair permit issued for 120 77th St North

Property owner Antonio Espinoza can now repair a condemned building at 120 77th Street North, clearing the path to restore the structure or prepare it for sale.

Council awards $25,927 sidewalk contract to C.P. Construction

City will improve 18th Street sidewalks in Ensley through competitive bid process. C.P. Construction's bid was lowest among proposals received.

City awards $28,371 culvert drainage contract to Global Management Group

Drainage improvements on 32nd Avenue North will reduce flooding and improve stormwater management in the area. Work is expected to begin following contract execution.

7th Avenue South streetscape improvements via state grant

Council approves a partnership with Alabama Department of Transportation to fund streetscape improvements on 7th Avenue South, enhancing sidewalks, pedestrian safety, and neighborhood aesthetics.

Council sets aside $100K for McClure Project infrastructure

McClure Project area gets $100,000 boost for infrastructure improvements, likely benefiting nearby residents and supporting neighborhood development.

Fire Station 27 parking expansion awarded to Splawn Construction for $10,500

Accessible parking space added at Fire Station 27 improves compliance and access for people with disabilities visiting or using the facility.

City approves vacation of alley in Block 624

Removes public right-of-way to 8,100 square feet of alley between 10th–11th Avenues North. Adjacent property owners gain access; affects local traffic and utility routing.

City awards scrap metal contract to Steel City Recycling

City secures a competitive bid for ongoing scrap metal sales, generating revenue from recyclable materials at city facilities.

City vacates alley in Block 221 between 2nd and 3rd Avenue South

Removes 400 sq ft of public right-of-way in downtown, likely freeing the abutting property for private development or consolidation. Changes what residents and businesses can access in this area.

Council awards $799K stream stabilization contract to Tate Contracting

City committing $799,095 to stabilize Lawson Road stream—protects nearby properties from erosion and flooding risks, improves stormwater management.

City vacates ~265 sq ft of 1st & 18th Ave for Parkside Residences

Public land at 1st Avenue South and 18th Street South will be transferred to Parkside Residences, LLC for private development. The small parcel (between Railroad Park and 2nd Avenue South) clears the way for the residential project.