Public Works

Council awards $9M street resurfacing contract to APAC Mid-South

City funds a major road repair program affecting streets citywide. Project continues the 2013 resurfacing initiative to improve pavement quality and reduce potholes across Birmingham.

City grants 7 taxicab licenses to Ambassador Cab Company

Ambassador Cab Company receives permission to operate taxi service in Birmingham. The company expands its fleet with seven new vehicles for street-hailing service.

Stone Electric wins $92,593 contract for Tuscaloosa Avenue traffic signals

Safer intersections at Tuscaloosa and Princeton: new traffic signal installation improves pedestrian and vehicle safety at this busy crossroads.

Council awards $9M to APAC for citywide road resurfacing

Repairs roads across Birmingham after a decade of deferred maintenance. Work under the 2013 program will improve commute safety and reduce vehicle damage from potholes.

City awards $49.5K hot water coil contract to Southeastern Temperature Controls

Fair Park Arena gets upgraded HVAC infrastructure. Competitive bid process was used; this is the lowest bid received.

Sole-source: Engineering Design Technologies gets $160K for Railroad Reservation

City committing $160K to construction oversight at Railroad Reservation on 1st Avenue. Sole-source award means no competitive bid process.

City grants Jefferson County right-of-way for sanitary sewer pipeline

Approves a permanent easement allowing Jefferson County to install and maintain sewer infrastructure on city property. The right-of-way affects service reliability and future land-use options at the S-3 parcel.

City hires law firm for Deepwater Horizon litigation claim

Birmingham is pursuing legal action to recover damages from the 2010 oil disaster. The city may recoup settlement funds to support local recovery efforts.

City funds Jazz Hall's instrument recycling program with $233K

Provides donated instruments to young musicians in Birmingham after refurbishment. Supports youth arts access and instrument sustainability.

Council awards $22,950 to Avant Media for Birmingham riverfront signage

City commissions interpretive signs along the Birmingham waterfront to guide residents and visitors through the river district. The text and design will shape how people understand local history and neighborhood character.

Lounge liquor license application deferred for Sunset Lounge

Sunset Lounge's liquor license application for 41st Street South has been postponed; decision and public hearing date to be set.

(ph) ITEM 4. DEFERRED WITH 3 A Resolution relative to the application of Randy Shunnarah for a Division I Dance Permit to be used at Sunset Lounge, 409 - 41st Street South, Birmingham, and the hearing of all interested parties. (Submitted by Councillor

Midas Jewelers permit: gold and silver buyer license approved

Mahjaheen Merchant receives city approval to operate a gold and silver buying business at Midas Jewelers on Bessemer Road. The permit allows the business to legally purchase precious metals from the public.

Council grants Legacy Limousine LLC licenses to operate in Birmingham

Legacy Limousine LLC gains approval to provide limousine service throughout Birmingham streets. The company now holds three certificates of public necessity and convenience, the regulatory requirement for for-hire vehicle operators.

City grants shuttle service license to One Source Transportation

One Source Transportation gains approval to operate shuttle buses on Birmingham streets. The company receives eight certificates of public necessity and convenience, enabling commercial shuttle operations.

Parking Authority installs 3 awnings on 4th Avenue North

Birmingham Parking Authority will add three awnings to the public right-of-way at 2128 4th Avenue North near 22nd Street, modifying public street space in downtown.

Hugh Locke Investments improves downtown storefront with sidewalk, ramps, canopy

Private developer upgrades public-facing storefront with ADA-accessible entry ramp and sidewalk improvements. Enhances pedestrian access and streetscape in downtown area.

UAB licensed to occupy and maintain portions of city right-of-way

UAB gains formal use of public land/sewer infrastructure in Birmingham. The terms and duration of this license agreement may affect future city access and revenue, though specific impacts are not detailed in this summary.

City sells Third Avenue South corner to Inland American Communities

City divests public land at prominent downtown intersection (Third Avenue South and 16th Street) to private developer Inland American Communities. Property disposition and development terms affect future land use and tax base.

Property owner cleared to repair condemned house at 1227 20th St N

Carol E. Clarke can now begin repairs on her condemned property—a step toward bringing a blighted house back into use and improving the neighborhood.