Public Works

November 20, 2012 · Item number:Item #44 $ Total cost: $433K

West End Walking Trail: $433K contract awarded to Battle Miller

City approves construction of new walking trail in West End neighborhood. Project enhances pedestrian access and community recreation.

November 13, 2012 · Item number:Item #13 $ Total cost: undisclosed

Liquor license approved: Foreign Exchange Experience at 433 20th St S

A new lounge liquor license is being issued for a retail establishment at 433 20th Street South. This determines what type of alcohol sales are permitted at the location.

November 13, 2012 · Item number:Item #81 $ Total cost: undisclosed

Ensley Avenue access improvements: contract amendment with Engineering Design Te

City expands engineering and surveying work to improve access on Ensley Avenue between 19th and 20th Streets, a key infrastructure upgrade in the Ensley neighborhood.

November 6, 2012 · Item number:Item #59 $ Total cost: $330K

City awards $330K to Karma Construction for Ensley Trail sidewalk work

Sidewalk improvements on the Ensley Trail make the route safer and more accessible for pedestrians. Funded by a state grant, the project requires no local tax dollars.

November 6, 2012 · Item number:Item #60 $ Total cost: $454K

Huffman High: $454K contract for access improvements

Karma Construction will upgrade access roads and pathways at Huffman High School. Work improves student and staff safety and site accessibility.

November 6, 2012 · Item number:Item #61 $ Total cost: $8K

City hires Macknally Land Design for traffic engineering, $8,500

Traffic signal warrant evaluation helps determine if new signals are needed on the Rail project, improving safety and traffic flow. This sole-source contract keeps the project moving.

October 30, 2012 · Item number:Item #91 $ Total cost: undisclosed

City approves airspace vacation for CSX overpass at 12th Place SW

CSX will clear airspace above 12th Place SW to build a railroad overpass, improving safety and rail operations. The project affects transportation corridors in Southwest Birmingham.

October 30, 2012 · Item number:Item #87 $ Total cost: undisclosed

City partners with ONB/Main Street to stabilize, remediate blighted property

City works with private partner to repair and clean up abandoned or deteriorating property, reducing neighborhood blight and safety hazards. Details on specific locations and funding not yet available.

October 30, 2012 · Item number:Item #89 $ Total cost: undisclosed

City vacates unopened alley and Hamilton Avenue sections

Removes public right-of-way on unused streets between Hixon, Hibernian, Dugan, and Hamilton Avenues, allowing private development or property consolidation in the area.

October 30, 2012 · Item number:Item #92 $ Total cost: undisclosed

Mayor authorized to sign redevelopment deal with ONB/Main Street, Inc.

City partners with ONB/Main Street to stabilize and remediate a property, likely removing blight and preparing it for redevelopment. Project details—location, cost, and timeline—not disclosed in this summary.

October 23, 2012 · Item number:Item #44 $ Total cost: undisclosed

Condemnation repair permit approved for 216 47th St S

Property owner Colin T. Taylor receives city permission to repair a condemned building at 216 47th Street South, clearing the way for rehabilitation.

🌳 Land area: 1 parcel

October 23, 2012 · Item number:Item #32 $ Total cost: $22K

$22K shifted from bridge to fire station capital fund

City redirects planned bridge maintenance funding to fire station improvements. Delays Grants Mill Road Bridge work.

October 23, 2012 · Item number:Item #12 $ Total cost: undisclosed

Lounge liquor license: Crescendo Bar and Lounge, 20th St S

Crescendo Bar and Lounge seeks approval to serve alcohol at 423 20th Street South. City Council will hear from the applicant and public before voting on the license.

October 23, 2012 · Item number:Item #15 $ Total cost: undisclosed

Liquor license: E.S. Infinity LLC lounge at 1024 20th St South

City Council will vote on whether to grant E.S. Infinity LLC a Class I Lounge Retail Liquor License for a new establishment at 1024 20th Street South. This determines whether alcohol sales are permitted at that address.

October 23, 2012 · Item number:Item #33 $ Total cost: $10K

$10,000 bond fund shifted from planning to street improvements

City reallocates street-improvement bond funds from planning overhead to active construction projects.

October 23, 2012 · Item number:Item #57 $ Total cost: undisclosed

Jefferson Avenue street project: contract amendment with Engineering Design Tech

Amendment adjusts terms for the Jefferson Avenue street improvement project. Full cost details and project timeline are needed to assess local impact.

October 23, 2012 · Item number:Item #19 $ Total cost: undisclosed

Restaurant liquor license: Bistro Two-Eighteen, 218 North 20th Street

Tommy Sabb LLC seeks approval to serve beer, wine, and/or spirits at a new or existing restaurant. City Council will hear public comment on the application.

October 23, 2012 · Item number:Item #36 $ Total cost: $18K

Council hires Terracon Consultants for $17,805 tank closure work

City contracts with Terracon to close underground storage tanks and install groundwater monitoring wells—environmental cleanup that prevents soil and water contamination.

October 23, 2012 · Item number:Item #37 $ Total cost: undisclosed

Two street signs approved for 16th Street North

City improves traffic safety at the intersection of 16th Street North and Village Creek Bridge in the Evergreen Neighborhood with new signage.

October 23, 2012 · Item number:Item #52 $ Total cost: undisclosed

Public hearing set on Hale Avenue street vacation

City is considering closing a public street segment (6,149 sq ft of Hale Avenue). The outcome will affect property access and local street connectivity in the area.

🌳 Land area: 0.14 acres