Sole-source: Arcadis contract extended for stormwater management refinement
City continues work with Arcadis to improve stormwater infrastructure and flooding resilience. Contract terms and funding amount not disclosed in this summary.
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Special Events License approved for Taste of 4th Avenue Jazz Festival
Yarbrough Festival Foodservice authorized to operate food service at the Jazz Festival on September 22, 2012 on 4th Avenue North.
Budget amendment shifts $29.1K between capital projects
Council reallocates capital funds from storm drainage, building repairs, and golf course maintenance to redirect spending. The largest transfer ($20,989.45) affects how the city prioritizes infrastructure projects.
$10,677.90 reallocated to Wylam Phase III street improvements
Capital funds shift from general street work to targeted improvements in the Wylam neighborhood, prioritizing this specific infrastructure project.
City awards $1.5M renovation contract to Monumental Contracting for Pratt City L
Pratt City residents will get a renovated library facility; project expected to improve community access to services and learning resources.
City budgets $10M federal grant for Road to Recovery project
Federal TIGER funding aims to improve transportation infrastructure and economic recovery. The $10M appropriation will support road improvements and related public works across the city.
Cotton Avenue S.W. Expansion: city accepts dedicated right-of-way
City accepts land donation for Cotton Avenue S.W. expansion between 10th and Lomb, enabling the road project to proceed without purchasing easements.
Street sign honoring Mary Crim erected in Fountain Heights
A memorial street sign will be installed at 11th Court North and 17th Street North in Fountain Heights to honor Mrs. Mary Crim's legacy in the community.
Hearing set on vacating 20th Street North right-of-way
City council will consider closing an unopened 9,000-square-foot section of 20th Street North between the railroad and 27th Avenue, potentially clearing the way for private development or other use of the right-of-way.
Land area:
0.21 acres
Off-premise beer and wine license approved for Momma Goldbergs
Founders LLC gains permission to sell beer and wine at Momma Goldbergs, 113 20th Street South. The business can now operate an off-premise retail location serving alcohol.
Liquor license approved for Yarbrough Festival Foodservice at Dorothy Jemison Da
Yarbrough Festival Foodservice is cleared to sell alcohol at Dorothy Jemison Day Theater (800 19th Street North), enabling concessions at public events held at the venue.
Hearing to revoke liquor license for Mikes Cross Roads bar
City council will decide whether to pull the liquor license for the bar at 100 3rd Avenue North, likely due to violations or public safety concerns. License revocation would force the business to stop serving alcohol.
City grants Hunter Transportation 5 shuttle-service permits
Hunter Transportation gains permission to operate shuttle buses on Birmingham streets. The permits (Certificates of Public Necessity and Convenience) allow the company to add transit service in the city.
Dance permit approved for Eric's Lounge
Nikki Latham's Division I dance permit allows Eric's Lounge on Vanderbilt Road to operate live or DJ dance events.
Liquor license approved for Eric's Lounge, Vanderbilt Road
Nikki Latham receives a Class I Lounge retail liquor license for Eric's Lounge at 3329 Vanderbilt Road. This allows the establishment to serve alcohol for on-premises consumption.
City hires MBA Engineers for 16th Street pedestrian study
MBA Engineers will study feasibility of a pedestrian project on 16th Street. Results will inform whether the city moves forward with construction.
City funds District 5 Fun Day at Railroad Park
City approves general-fund spending for a community event in District 5 scheduled October 21, 2012. Council affirms the event serves a public purpose and promotes goodwill.
Liquor license approval: Mack's Lounge, 2401 Carson Road
City council votes to approve or deny a Class I lounge retail liquor license for Mack's Lounge. Decision affects local alcohol sales regulations in the Carson Road area.
Kontagious LLC seeks restaurant liquor license at 427 20th Street South
New restaurant seeking approval to serve beer, wine, and liquor. Public hearing will allow neighbors and community members to weigh in on the license application.
Dance permit approved for Kontagious nightclub at 427 20th Street South
Robert Brown's Division I dance permit for Kontagious allows the venue to operate as a licensed nightclub in downtown Birmingham.