Public Works

Children's Hospital gets permission to install 2 signs on 4th Avenue

The Children's Hospital can now post directional signs in the public right-of-way at 16th and 17th Streets, making the facility easier to locate for patients and visitors.

Public hearing set on alleyway vacation between Avenues H-I and 20th-21st Street

City will consider closing a 3,767-square-foot alleyway in Birmingham. Public hearing July 31, 2012 lets residents comment on whether the city should vacate this public right-of-way.

Big Shots Sports Café liquor license transfer approved

Big Shots Sports Café receives approval to operate a restaurant retail liquor license at its location on Cahaba River Road.

Liquor license approved: 41st Street Pub and Aircraft Sales

41st Street Pub and Aircraft Sales LLC receives a Class I Lounge Retail Liquor License for the location at 130 - 41st Street South Suite 105.

Sole-source: City hires Arcadis to run stormwater program

City expands stormwater management services through sole-source contract with engineering firm Arcadis. Details on contract term and cost not yet public.

Water main expansion: 1,250 linear feet installed on Sydney Drive

Public water main installation improves infrastructure serving Sydney Drive residents and supports growth capacity in the area.

Council awards $366K HVAC contract to P & M Mechanical

East Pinson Valley Recreation Center gets new HVAC system. Competitive bid process ensured lowest cost for facility upgrades.

$44K for 16th Street pedestrian bridge feasibility study

City studies whether a pedestrian bridge can improve walkability and reconnect the historic 16th Street corridor. Results will shape future infrastructure investment in the neighborhood.

City pays WebsEdge Limited $19,500 for information film

General fund spending on media production; second payment installment due July 2012.

Council awards $214,902 to Karma Construction for Sloss Streetscape sidewalk wor

Sidewalk improvements on Sloss Streetscape enhance walkability and safety in this neighborhood corridor. Lowest competitive bid ensures value for public funds.

Sole-source: Macknally Land Design hired for Railroad Reservat design ($9,750)

City contracts with engineering firm for landscape and design work at Railroad Reservat. Spending decision approved by sole-source procurement.

Storm sewer assessment: Clairmont Avenue ($30K contract)

City hiring Strada Professional Services to inspect condition of storm drains on Clairmont Avenue. Results will guide repairs and maintenance priorities for stormwater infrastructure.

City hires MBA Engineers for 16th Street project feasibility study ($44,200)

City will spend $44,200 to study whether a proposed 16th Street project is viable before moving forward with design or construction. The study will inform whether the project proceeds and what it costs residents.

Easement: Alabama Power gets access to Railroad Reservation Park

Alabama Power will be allowed to enter Railroad Reservation Park at 1700 Powell Avenue to install and maintain electrical infrastructure. This grants the utility ongoing access rights to public park property.

Shirley Allen approved for gold/silver buyers permit at 2200 Bessemer Road

Permit allows gold and silver purchasing business to operate at the Bessemer Road location. Residents buying or selling precious metals in this area can now use this licensed buyer.

Allstar Recycling LLC gets junk dealer license at 4301 Powell Avenue

Allstar Recycling will operate a junk/scrap dealer facility in the Powell Avenue area. The license approval allows the business to legally buy, sell, and store salvaged materials at that location.

Jim 'N Nick's gets special events license for Freshworks Festival

Jim 'N Nick's Bar B Q is authorized to operate a food/beverage vendor booth at the Freshworks Festival on June 16, 2012 along 7th Avenue North between 24th and 26th Streets. The special license allows temporary street use for the event.

ITEM 17. WITHDRAWN WITH ITEM 21 An Ordinance "TO FURTHER AMEND THE TAX INCREMENT FINANCING FUND BUDGET" by appropriating $44,200.00 to 16th Street Historic Corridor (Pedestrian Bridge Feasibility Study) from TIF Revenue. (Recommen

World of Beers liquor license application hearing

Council holds public hearing on beer and wine license for new bar at 1005 20th Street South. Your input shapes whether this business opens in your neighborhood.

City vacates Laurel Avenue right-of-way near Cedar & Maple

Unopened Laurel Avenue (0.7 acres) reverts from public right-of-way, clearing the way for potential private development or redevelopment on behalf of Mt.