Public Works

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.

Homewood Suites lounge liquor license hearing set

AUM Birmingham LLC seeks approval to operate a lounge-style bar at the Homewood Suites hotel on 20th Street South. Public hearing will let residents comment on the licensing decision.

P(ph) ITEM 23. WITHDRAWN PER P.E.P. A Resolution assenting to the vacation of approximately 32,622 square feet of unopened right-of-way lying west of 28th Street SW, east of Wilson Road SW, north of John Bryan Road SW and south of Lindbergh Street,

Crown Sports Bar granted Class I lounge liquor license

Crown Sports Bar and Lounge at 517 19th Street in Ensley is approved to sell liquor. The decision allows the business to operate as a lounge-retail venue in the neighborhood.

City approves garbage truck equipment purchase from Ingram Equipment

City funds new and refurbished garbage packer bodies to replace aging sanitation fleet equipment. Impacts ongoing trash collection service reliability across the city.

Public hearing set on vacation of 1.455 acres of alleys, Blocks 636-637

Council will consider closing approximately 1.455 acres of alleys in the Blocks 636–637 area near 25th Street North. Alley closures can affect neighborhood access, drainage, and future development; hearing scheduled November 29, 2016.

Council awards $138,836 culvert repair contract to Tortorigi Construction

27th Avenue culvert repairs improve drainage and neighborhood road safety. Work prevents flooding and extends pavement life in the area.

Street vacation approved: 19th & 3rd Ave for Holocaust Garden

City clears public right-of-way at 19th Street North and 3rd Avenue North to make room for the Birmingham Holocaust Garden of Remembrance. Project preserves community history and creates public memorial space.

City acquires 3 parcels at 4120–4124 Richard from First Colored Baptist Church

City gains control of three properties in East Lake. Acquisition price and intended use not yet disclosed in this summary.

Towing license approved for Overton Express at 113 6th Ave S.W.

City approves Rafael Ortiz Sandoval to operate one wrecker vehicle for Overton Express Towing. This allows the business to legally tow vehicles on Birmingham streets.

City awards $185K street repair contract to Gillespie Construction

Greensprings Avenue will get repaired through a competitive bid process. Work is expected to improve road conditions for residents in that corridor.

Dance permit approved for Crown Sports Bar, 517 19th St Ensley

Brandy Calvanese Washington's Division I dance permit allows live entertainment at Crown Sports Bar in Ensley.

$535K redirected to 39th Street improvements project

City shifts capital funds from completed projects to accelerate street repairs on 39th Street. Funding comes from savings within the existing budget.

City sells 10,367 sq ft building to Alabama School of Fine Arts

City property at 1820 18th Street transfers to the School of Fine Arts Foundation under a redevelopment agreement. Decision removes city-held real estate from public inventory.

Liquor license OK'd for Lakeview Spook-tacular Halloween Carnival

Bajalieh Bros Catering and Concessions can sell alcohol at the October event on 29th Street South between 7th Avenue South and University. Allows beer and wine service during the carnival.

City commits $1.4M grant for Meadow Craft Road construction

State grant funds will go toward right-of-way construction on Meadow Craft Road as part of a Partnership for Progress project. Project completion date and neighborhood impact details were not specified.

City sells 10.36-acre property to Alabama School of Fine Arts Foundation

City disposes of public land at 820 18th Street North through a redevelopment agreement. The sale's terms, price, and public benefit outcomes should guide whether this advances neighborhood revitalization or represents underutilized public asset.

Circle K seeks beer and wine license at Tallapoosa Street location

Circle K Stores is applying to transfer an off-premise beer and wine license to the store at 1700 Tallapoosa Street. The City Council will hold a public hearing where neighbors and interested parties can comment on the application.

Circle K beer and wine license transfer at 1685 Montclair Road

Circle K seeks to transfer an off-premise beer and wine license to its store at 1685 Montclair Road. The public hearing allows residents and interested parties to comment on the license transfer.

City commits $2.1M state grant for Pratt Hwy bridge replacement at Morgan Street

State grant funds bridge replacement project on Pratt Highway at Morgan Street. Infrastructure work will improve safety and access for residents using this route.