Langan Park Lake stormwater project gets $711,900 state grant
State funding covers improvements to Langan Park Lake's stormwater system, reducing flood risk and improving water quality in the neighborhood.
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O'Daly's Irish Pub gets noise waiver for Feb. 22 event
O'Daly's Irish Pub (564 Dauphin Street, District 2) can operate until 1 a.m. on February 22 without noise restrictions. Neighbors in the area may experience extended late-night noise from the establishment that night.
Plum Street renamed "Mrs. Lois Nero Thompson Way"
Plum Street (between Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue and Persimmon Street) will be officially renamed to honor Mrs. Lois Nero Thompson. The street sign will change to reflect the new honorary name.
City buys $23,930 salt for street deicing from Alabama Poolworks
Salt purchases keep roads passable during winter weather. This $23,930 order covers 40-pound bags for the 2025 deicing season.
Council awards $22K drainage contract to Iron City Solutions
Crestline Park gets drainage improvements through a competitive bid award. Work addresses water management at the park.
Council approves $450K storm water services contract with Michael Baker Internat
City commits $450,000 to professional engineering and planning services for stormwater management—part of infrastructure maintenance and flood/drainage oversight.
Noise waiver approved for Feb 14–Mar 4 at Springhill & S. Bayou
Ervin Shoemaker gets permission to operate above normal noise limits (6 a.m.–10 p.m.) at the corner of Springhill Avenue and S. Bayou Street in District 2 for nearly three weeks. Nearby residents should expect increased sound during those hours.
Noise waiver granted for 1215 Hercules Street, March 3–4
Nakia Rankin receives permission to operate above normal noise limits at this District 2 address on March 3–4, 10 a.m.–10 p.m. Neighbors in the area may experience louder activity during those times.
Radio advertising contract with Courtney French Broadcasting
City commits public funds to purchase radio advertising through a sole-source contract with Courtney French Broadcasting. Details on duration, cost, and advertising scope were not disclosed in the agenda summary.
UAB Ballfields liquor license application hearing: Greenawalt Hospitality
Greenawalt Hospitality seeks approval to sell alcohol at UAB Ballfields (901 11th Street South). Council will hear from the public before deciding whether to grant the license.
Noise waiver approved for event on North Monterey Street, April 5
Marian Clarke gets permission to hold an event on North Monterey Street (District 2) from 6–10 p.m. on April 5 without noise-ordinance restrictions. Neighbors in the area may experience louder activity than usual during those hours.
Right-of-way license: Birmingham Landmarks adds sidewalk extension and bollards
Birmingham Landmarks, Inc. will install a sidewalk extension with drainage infrastructure and protective bollards on city right-of-way, modifying pedestrian access and street design in the area.
Noise waiver approved: 213 Conti Street event, April 11, 5–9:30 p.m.
Kaitlyn Burkett gets permission to hold an event at 213 Conti Street past normal noise limits. Neighbors in District 2 should expect elevated sound levels that evening.
Greenawalt Hospitality gains liquor license for UAB Bartow Arena
Greenawalt Hospitality wins approval to sell beer, wine, and spirits at UAB Bartow Arena events. This determines who can operate concessions alcohol sales at the venue.
Noise waiver granted for event at 251 St. Francis Street on April 13
Melissa Flowers receives permission to exceed noise limits for a 4-hour event in District 2 on April 13, 2025, from 8 a.m. to noon.
Noise waiver approved for 12 N. Jackson Street (Apr–Jun 2025)
Leo Ferriera gets permission to exceed noise limits on three evenings this spring at his Jackson Street location. Neighbors in District 2 may hear louder activity from 5–9 p.m. on April 11, May 9, and June 13.
City acquires right-of-way at 3661 Dauphin Street for $198K
City is spending $198,000 from the general fund to acquire a deed for right-of-way access at 3661 Dauphin Street. This typically clears land for public infrastructure projects like roads, utilities, or transit.
City commits $783K to upgrade traffic-signal detection systems with ALDOT
Traffic-signal upgrades improve intersection safety and traffic flow across the city. The $783K investment modernizes detection technology to reduce wait times and collisions at signalized intersections.
Special liquor license approved for Birmingham Restaurant Week Food Truck Rally
Event Concessions, Inc. gets permission to sell alcohol at the 10-day Food Truck Rally at 518 32nd Street South, January 26–February 5, 2023.
City secures state grant for recycling program
Mayor authorized to finalize state recycling fund grant from ADEM. Grant funding supports the city's waste reduction and recycling initiatives.