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City awards $4.5M road resurfacing contract to Dunn Construction
Dunn Construction will resurface streets across Birmingham through contract ENG 2025-014. Project scope and timeline not yet detailed in available materials.
Council awards $4M citywide road resurfacing to Dunn Construction
Dunn Construction will resurface multiple streets across Birmingham under a $4.0M contract. Road work typically begins within weeks and affects commute times during construction phases.
Dunn Construction awarded $4.26M citywide road resurfacing contract
Smoother streets ahead: City approves $4.26M to resurface roads across Birmingham. Work begins soon under contract ENG 2025-015.
2026-17 21-011 Authorize Contract amendment with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for Western Bayfront Resurfacing project; $52,500.00 increase; .
2026-19 47-013 Consider the vacation of an alley adjacent to 6 South Franklin Street .
2026-20 47-014 Consider a vacation fee as a condition of the vacation of an alley adjacent to 6 South Franklin Street .
2026-29 31-022 Authorize the Mayor to apply, accept, and receive a grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation for Leverage Development (BUILD) Grant Program for Water Street Complete Streets Corridor Improvement project; up to $25,000,000 (no local match) .
2025-2789 01-035 Authorize Agreement with Ecosouth Services of Mobile, LLC for recycling bin rental and hauling services; NTE $250,000.00 per year .
2025-2835 08-037 Approve purchase order to Butler Complete Services, LLC for re-sodding of medians on Grelot Road; $38,500.00 .
2026-28 13-040 Approve amendment to Change Order with Watermark Design Group, LLC for Taylor Park Community Center Improvement; $190,725.00 .
Council awards $47K to Gillespie Construction for Court O drainage work
Drainage improvements at Court O and 57th Street address stormwater management in that intersection. Work is being completed by sole-source contract with a Jasper-based contractor.
City secures ALDOT grant for local road safety improvements
State funding supports road safety projects in your neighborhood. Grant details and specific improvements coming after Mayor signs documents.
Tow rules clarified: when vehicles can be removed from streets
Changes when city can tow your car from public streets. The law clarifies which vehicles obstruct traffic and under what conditions removal is allowed.
Towing rules clarified for vehicles blocking streets
Birmingham is updating when police can tow parked vehicles from public streets. The changes clarify what counts as "obstructing" traffic, affecting when your car might be removed without warning.
D Spott, LLC: Lounge liquor license for 524 19th Street, Ensley
Council will hear the liquor license application for a lounge at 524 19th Street in Ensley. Neighbors and other interested parties can voice objections or support.
Off-premise beer and wine license approved for Thirds Grocery
Thirds Grocery at 1403 3rd Street North is now licensed to sell beer and wine for off-premise consumption, expanding retail alcohol options in the neighborhood.
City awards $858K structural repair contract for City Hall South parking deck
City Hall South Parking Deck gets $858,166 in structural repairs to maintain safety and functionality. The no-bid contract award with J.J. Morley Enterprises, Inc. will address identified structural issues at 711 19th Street North.
City buys $380,876 sewer-cleaning truck from Sansom Equipment
Birmingham adds specialized equipment to clear sewer blockages and maintain underground infrastructure. No-bid purchase from sole vendor.