Public Works

City approves $13,600 fire service connection with Water Works

City funds installation of a new six-inch fire service line to improve emergency response capability and water system resilience.

19th Street improvements funded by state grant

City secures state funding to improve 19th Street. Work will proceed under a standard project agreement with Alabama Department of Transportation.

Alley repairs: $42,189 contract to Wyatt General Contractor

City commits $42,189 to repair deteriorated alley on 19th/20th Street between 10th and 11th Avenue. Improves pedestrian safety and property access in downtown core.

Budget amendment: $283K reallocated from street projects

Capital funds for street improvements in three areas are being redirected to unspecified priorities. The amendment moves $150K from Jefferson Avenue work, $117K from Coalburg Road, and $16K from Maxway roof repairs.

City partners with U.S. Geological Survey on water resources research

Birmingham and the USGS will jointly study local water resources to improve management and planning. This federal partnership carries no upfront city cost and strengthens scientific understanding of the city's water systems.

Council awards $79,985 drainage contract to Southeastern Sealcoating

Fixes drainage problems at 1224 Dugan Avenue. City selected the lowest bidder through competitive process.

ITEM 23. A Resolution encouraging citizens in the City of Birmingham to attend a public meeting on Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at 5:30 p.m. at the Brownville Heights Community Center, located at 9225 Airport Road, Birmingham, Alabama, regarding Zion Memorial

Budget amendment: $19,512 for stormwater fees

Council allocates $19,512 from bank excise tax revenue to cover stormwater management costs. Routine budget adjustment to ensure storm drainage operations stay funded.

Budget amendment: $19,512 for stormwater fees from bank excise tax

City redirects bank excise tax revenue to pay stormwater management costs. No direct impact on resident bills or services yet, but tracks how the city allocates special-tax revenue.

Drainage improvements contract amended for 2109 1st Avenue South

Contract amendment clarifies terms with Willoughby Contracting for stormwater work at a downtown location; precise project scope and cost not disclosed in consent summary.

City vacates alleys in Blocks 636-637 near 25th Street North

City closes public right-of-way (approximately 1.455 acres of alleys) in downtown area. Property use changes; neighboring property owners may gain access or development rights.

ITEM 24. A Resolution encouraging citizens in the City of Birmingham to attend a public meeting on Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at 5:30 p.m. at the Brownville Heights Community Center, located at 9225 Airport Road, Birmingham, Alabama, regarding Zion Memorial

Council awards $3.7M site infrastructure contract to Chilton Contractors

City commits $3.7 million to build infrastructure for the Crossplex retail development. This paves the way for new commercial space in Birmingham.

Council redirects $535K to UAB 39th Street improvements

Reallocates completed-project funds to upgrade 39th Street near UAB, improving access and conditions in that corridor.

Council sets aside $1.1M for Woodlawn streetscape improvements

Woodlawn neighborhood gets sidewalk, street, and pedestrian upgrades through this phase-1 project. Work is funded by a state transportation grant.

Publix #1512 beer and wine license approval

Publix Supermarket at 230–20th Street South gains ability to sell beer and wine on-premise, expanding beverage options for shoppers in that location.

Council awards $3.7M contract to Chilton Contractors for Crossplex site work

Chilton Contractors wins competitive bidding to build site infrastructure for the Crossplex retail development project. This is a major public-works spend; project details and neighborhood impact location are not yet clear from the docket.

Drainage improvements approved at 2109 1st Ave S for $27,291

City funds storm-drain work at this location to reduce flooding and improve street drainage for the neighborhood.

Council awards $3.7M site-infrastructure contract for Crossplex retail project

City commits $3.7 million to prepare the Crossplex site for retail development. Project brings new commercial space and job construction to Birmingham.

Council awards $3.7M site infrastructure contract to Chilton Contractors

City approves lowest bid for Crossplex Retail Development site work. Construction contract moves the project forward.