Two new rapid transit routes offer faster commute options in Jefferson Street and Western Hills neighborhoods. Route 1 Express and Route 45 Express will reduce travel time for residents in these areas.
City will spend additional funds to fix heating/cooling at Boutwell Auditorium, a major public venue. The original contract from 2013 is being amended with a new cost (amount not specified in the agenda text).
Property owner Brenda L. Roberson can now repair a condemned residential building in Pratt City. This permits the structure to be brought up to code or prepared for occupancy.
Street closure on 7th Avenue South (between 27th and 28th Streets) during the two-day event; check alternate routes if you live or commute through Lakeview.
Birmingham pursues legal action related to the 2010 Deepwater Horizon disaster, potentially recovering damages that could benefit city finances and environmental remediation efforts.
Property owner Tremain W. Jones can now proceed with repairs to bring the condemned building into code compliance, moving toward rehabbing a blighted structure in the neighborhood.
Magic City Enterprises LLC seeks permission to sell beer and wine at A-1 Food Mart on Vanderbilt Road. The application is open for public comment and Council hearing.
Boutwell Auditorium's cooling system gets repaired through competitive bidding. Project funded from FY 2012–2013 capital budget.
The city will spend $300 from its general fund to install a dedication street sign honoring Winston Jennings.
City approves lowest competitive bid from local vendor for street lighting supplies. Improves neighborhood aesthetics and public visibility in city streets.
The city will spend $300 from its general fund to install a dedication street sign honoring Winston Jennings.
General fund supports free "Relax by the Tracks" music programming in the Railroad Park neighborhood.
WOB 1 Acquisitions LLC is applying for a lounge retail liquor license at 1005 20th Street South. Council will hear from interested parties before deciding whether to grant the license.
Pedicab Company LLC gains permission to operate a shuttle service on Birmingham streets, expanding transportation options in the city.
City will consider giving up public land (~0.8 acres) between 1st Avenue North, 64th Street North, and Aviation Avenue. Result could free land for private development or other use.
Appraisals of 10 properties along 8th Avenue West and Arkadelphia Road are a first step toward potential acquisition, development, or blight remediation in these corridors.
Changes to Slice LLC's special events permit for the Slice Fest location. Amendment details are incomplete in the public record.
C P Construction Company wins competitive bid to make Forestdale Community Park more accessible for people with disabilities. Improves public amenity in the neighborhood.
Property owner McArthur Melton can now proceed with repairs to bring a condemned building into compliance. This move keeps blighted properties from sitting idle and clears the way for neighborhood stabilization.
Property owner McArthur Melton can now repair the condemned building, moving it toward occupancy or resale. The permit unlocks the path to bringing a blighted property back into productive use.