Public Works

City awards $35,988 bridge deck and railing contract to Banner Industrial

Edwards Street Bridge repairs get underway: city resurfaced deck and replaced railings. Competitive bid process kept costs down.

City sets aside $500K for Woodlawn trail connector

Council approves funding for Tiger IV Connector Trail improvements in Woodlawn, connecting bike and pedestrian paths through the neighborhood.

Lounge liquor license transfer approved for Moma's and Sons

Jamescia Minyette Jackson's Class I liquor license transfer for the lounge at 3537 37th Street S.W. is now authorized.

Dance Permit Approved for Moma's and Sons

Jamescia Jackson's Division I Dance Permit for the venue at 3537 37th Street S.W. allows the business to operate entertainment activities subject to city licensing and regulations.

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.

Circle K off-premise beer and wine license transfer approved for Robert Jemison

Circle K Stores will be able to sell beer and wine at 301 Robert Jemison Road following the license transfer approval.

City spends $2,000 on garbage cans for Norwood neighborhood

Funds from Norwood Neighborhood Association will purchase garbage cans to improve neighborhood cleanliness and public spaces.

$650K for Norwood neighborhood streetscape project

PEP receives $650,000 to improve streets and public spaces in Norwood neighborhood, enhancing walkability and neighborhood appearance.

Towing service license approved for Dale's Services, 5130 1st Ave N

Harold Lee Dale's towing business gets city permission to operate two wreckers on Birmingham streets from his shop location on 1st Avenue North.

Greensprings Hwy sidewalk, streetscape work gets $2.25M state grant

City commits state transportation funds to rebuild sidewalks and streetscape on Greensprings Highway from 8th Avenue South to city limits, improving pedestrian access and curb appeal along this corridor.

City commits $750K state grant to Norwood streetscape on 12th Ave

State grant funds neighborhood street improvements along 12th Ave North in Norwood. Project enhances pedestrian and traffic safety in the area.

City spends $145K federal grant on Zoo Sidewalk Connector

Improves pedestrian access to the Birmingham Zoo using a federal grant already awarded. No local tax dollars required.

ITEM 39. A Resolution encouraging citizens in the City of Birmingham to attend a public meeting on Thursday, September 29, 2016 at 5:30 p.m. at the Brownville Heights Community Center, located at 9225 Airport Road, Birmingham, Alabama, regarding Zion Memor

Sewer construction fees amended in city code

Changes to how the city charges fees for sewer work in streets may affect construction costs for developers and utility projects. Details on the specific fee changes were not provided in the agenda.

Food truck permit approved: The Neighborhood Brew on 18th Street North

Craig Grossmann's Neighborhood Brew food truck gets permission to operate on Northbound 18th Street North between 5th and 6th Avenues.

Pratt City streetscape: $40.7K added to sealcoating contract

Southeastern Sealcoating gets extra funding to complete paving work on the Pratt City CDBG Complete Streetscape project. Finishing on schedule depends on this cost adjustment.

$1.4M state grant funds 16th Street Connector Trail to Village Creek

City receives $1.4M in state funding for the 16th Street Connector Trail connecting I-65 to Village Creek, advancing a key pedestrian and cycling link. Project completes city's greenway network expansion.

City spends $619K federal grant on Zoo Sidewalk project

Birmingham is using a federal transportation grant to improve sidewalks at the Zoo, a public recreation facility. This spending comes from ALDOT funding already awarded to the city.

City sets aside $1.35M federal grant for sidewalk and ramp repairs

Sidewalk and ramp improvements across Birmingham make streets safer and more accessible for residents with mobility devices. Funded entirely by federal grant with no local cost.

Aashay, Inc. seeks off-premise beer/wine license at Stop 1 Shop

Application for alcohol sales license at 3359 26th Street North. Council hearing allows public comment on local commercial licensing.