Public Works

City allocates $1,000 for Jackson-Olin High School parking lot repairs

School parking lot receives maintenance funding for paving and striping in Ensley neighborhood.

Intersection at Donald and Seale renamed "Honorary Francheska Hollis-Reiss Way"

The intersection at Donald and Seale Streets receives an honorary street designation honoring Francheska Hollis-Reiss.

Public hearing set on right-of-way vacation fee at Dauphin & Sage

City will consider charging a fee if it approves vacating public right-of-way at the corner of Dauphin Street and Sage Avenue in District 1. Hearing scheduled May 20, 2025.

Land exchange: Two city properties on Broad & Phillips Streets

Mobile is trading two parcels it no longer needs for other property. The city will divest surplus real estate at 603 Broad Street and 2865 Phillips Street.

Traffic detection equipment upgrades approved for Old Shell Road

Improved traffic sensors will help manage congestion and optimize signal timing on Old Shell Road, a major corridor. Better detection equipment typically reduces wait times and improves traffic flow for commuters.

Noise waiver approved for 558 Saint Francis Street on April 19

Jennifer Boozer's request allows an event or activity at 558 Saint Francis Street in District 2 to operate from 3–9 p.m. without noise restrictions on April 19. Neighbors in the area may experience louder activity during those hours.

City exchanges 4 downtown properties no longer needed for municipal use

City is swapping four downtown parcels (321 Adams, 321 N. Warren, 305 Congress, and Lyons Street) that it no longer needs. Land exchanges can unlock development or reduce city maintenance costs.

City accepts easement for Africatown Welcome Center

The city gains right-of-way access across Water and Sewer Commissioners' land for the Africatown Welcome Center project, enabling site development and public access.

CONSENT(ph) ITEM 3. WITHDRAWN A Resolution revoking the Certificates of Public Necessity and Convenience issued to Executive Service Unlimited, LLC, 1301 Brighton Road, Birmingham, to operate a public service vehicle, for failure to file the required liabi

Council awards $49,875 sidewalk repair contract to Gillespie Construction

Sidewalk improvements on 1st Avenue North will enhance pedestrian safety and accessibility in the area.

City awards $60K to David Acton for Sloss Furnace repairs

David Acton Building Corporation wins competitive bid to replace deteriorating trestle beam on Sloss Furnace Coke Bin #1, a historic industrial landmark. Work preserves one of Birmingham's key cultural and heritage sites.

Birmingham AIDS Outreach renews annual bingo permit

Allows the nonprofit to hold monthly fundraising bingo events at 205 32nd Street South to support HIV/AIDS services in Birmingham.

City pays W.W. Grainger $389.76 for stormwater supplies

Routine purchase of field supplies for the stormwater division to support ongoing drainage and flood management operations.

CONSENT ITEM 30. A Resolution determining that the District #9 Quarterly Meeting that will take place on or around December 16th - 22nd for the general public at George Washington Carver High School, 3900 24th Street North, Birmingham, with neighborhood l

City grants Magic City Taxi 7 operating permits for taxi service

Magic City Taxi gains authority to operate taxis on Birmingham streets, expanding transportation options for residents.

31st Street & Warrior Road drainage improvements awarded to C.P. Construction fo

City awards drainage work contract at the intersection of 31st Street and Warrior Road. Project aims to improve stormwater management and reduce flooding risk in the area.

John Hand Club LLC gets special retail liquor license

Council approves liquor license for John Hand Club at 17-20th Street North (Floors 20-21). License allows alcohol service at this downtown venue.

City sets aside $2.2M for street resurfacing citywide

Grant funds allocated through PEP program will repair roads across Birmingham. Smoother, safer streets reduce commute delays and improve neighborhood accessibility.

Budget amendment: $150,712 redirected from road project

City shifts capital funds away from Roebuck Springs Road improvements. Details on where the money is going are incomplete in this agenda item.

City spends $800K grant on 21st Street North project via PEP

Birmingham is allocating a state grant worth $800,000 to improve 21st Street North through PEP, following an earlier grant award. This funds a specific neighborhood improvement project.