Beer and wine license approved for Tortugas Pizza at Railroad Park
Tortugas Pizza at 1304 2nd Avenue South can now serve beer and wine. The license allows both on- and off-premises consumption.
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Shuttle service license granted to Reunion Tours and Travel
Reunion Tours and Travel, LLC gains permission to operate a shuttle service on Birmingham streets. Residents using or affected by shuttle routes should be aware of this new service operator.
City spends $35K on cemetery maintenance at Shadow Lawn
The city funds upkeep of graves, walks, and grounds at Shadow Lawn Memorial Gardens through a sole-source contract. Residents can expect continued maintenance of burial sites and cemetery infrastructure.
City funds $800K infrastructure at Cascade Plunge via Habitat partnership
Federal grant money will restore the former Cascade Plunge property for community use through partnership with Habitat for Humanity, revitalizing a blighted neighborhood site.
City sets aside $36,781 federal grant for urban waters program
Federal funding supports fish and wildlife habitat restoration and community water-access projects under the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation's Five Star program.
Condemnation repair permit issued for 705 19th St, Ensley
Property owner Felicia Watkins can now repair the condemned building at 705 19th Street. The permit allows the owner to bring the structure into compliance and return it to use.
Land area:
1 parcel
City commits $35K for Shadow Lawn Memorial maintenance
Funding covers grave maintenance, paths, and grounds at Shadow Lawn Memorial Gardens. Ensures the cemetery continues upkeep of burial sites for families in the community.
City pays Icemakers, Inc. $174.10 for Law Dept. filter
Routine maintenance purchase for office equipment. No impact on residents or services.
Site infrastructure contract with Chilton Contractors rises $500K to $4.2M
Construction costs for a city infrastructure project increase by $500,059—bringing total spending to $4.2 million. The change order adjusts the contract to cover additional work or cost overruns on the project.
Red Clay Bar & Events gets special events license for Aug. 25 film festival
Sidewalk Film Festival street event approved for 3rd Avenue North. Road closure expected Aug. 25.
City approves street improvements grant agreement with Alabama DOT
City secures state funding to improve local streets through a supplemental agreement with Alabama's Department of Transportation. Details on which streets and the project timeline are not specified in the agenda item.
Ronald McDonald House gets permit for stormwater pipes in sidewalk
Ronald McDonald House Charities can now install four underground stormwater chases beneath the public sidewalk, improving drainage for their facility without blocking pedestrian access.
City vacates alley for The Children development near 16th–17th Streets South
The city is giving up public alleyway rights to clear the way for The Children's project. Removes 8,086 sq ft of public right-of-way between downtown streets.
Land area:
0.19 acres
Sole-source: Shore telephone support contract to Converged Resource
City locks in phone system support from sole vendor. Dollar amount on file but not disclosed in agenda.
City accepts $20M federal infrastructure grant from USDOT
Birmingham wins a $20 million federal award to fund infrastructure projects. This infusion of federal dollars supports public works improvements without tapping local tax revenue.
City assesses $2,276 sales tax on Roadside Bar-B-Que
The city is collecting unpaid sales taxes from a local BBQ restaurant for March 2016–May 2016. This is a routine tax enforcement action.
City replaces Enon Ridge neighborhood entrance sign for $1,472
Neighborhood entrance sign at 5th Street and 16th Terrace North gets replaced using general fund dollars. Small investment in community identity and wayfinding.
Franklin Towing Service License approved for Birmingham operations
Michael Franklin's towing company gains permission to operate two wreckers on Birmingham streets, adding capacity for accident recovery and vehicle removal services.
Special Events License granted for Jam in the Ham, Aug 5
Laissez Les Bons Temps Rouler, Inc. can hold the Jam in the Ham festival on 15th Avenue South on August 5, 2017, closing streets between 20th Street South and Richard Arrington Jr. Boulevard for the event.
Loveman Village: Public hearing set on closing 1st & 2nd Ave SW
City may vacate 3.4 acres of public streets in Loveman Village, affecting traffic routes and property access in the neighborhood. Public hearing June 27, 2017.
Land area:
3.4 acres