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.
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.
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.
Harold Lee Dale's towing business gets city permission to operate two wreckers on Birmingham streets from his shop location on 1st Avenue North.
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.
State grant funds neighborhood street improvements along 12th Ave North in Norwood. Project enhances pedestrian and traffic safety in the area.
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.
The Kress Building is requesting the city vacate roughly 4,000 square feet of public right-of-way at the 19th Street North and 3rd Avenue North intersection. The October 25 hearing will determine whether this street closure moves forward.
Property owner Cindy Bailey can now legally repair a condemned house at 1 80th Street North. This permit unblocks repairs needed to bring the property back into compliance and potential reuse.
Blackjack Horticulture wins competitive bid to maintain Railroad Park for three years; year one costs $681,207. The full project cost and maintenance scope depend on bids approved in future fiscal years.
College Hills neighborhood gets new trash receptacles at two intersections to improve street cleanliness and reduce litter.
Modifies terms of the sealcoating work for Village Creek Greenway between 85th and 86th Streets. Contract amendments can affect project timeline, cost, or scope—details affect neighborhood trail maintenance.
Contractor cost overrun on sewer revision project; increases city expenses for Oak Hills infrastructure work.
Sets stormwater spending and fees for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017. Determines how city manages drainage, flooding prevention, and water quality in your neighborhood.
A private road segment at 9099 Liberty Parkway will no longer be part of Birmingham, shifting local tax and service responsibilities. The property is being de-annexed from the city.
Marathon Petrole gains control of land the city previously held as public right-of-way near 28th Street SW. The company can now use the 32,622-square-foot parcel for private purposes.
Two new signs will be installed in public rights-of-way at 1st Avenue South and 18th Street South, altering the visual appearance of those corridors.
Hop City II, Inc. can hold the Hop & Roll event on October 2, 2016 at the 3rd Avenue South parking lot. The special events license allows street closures and outdoor gathering along 2nd Avenue South.
Council approves removal of a small right-of-way (public street easement) on 1st Avenue South in downtown. May clear the way for private development or property consolidation in the area.
Property at 9099 Liberty Parkway will be removed from city limits, likely shifting responsibility for road maintenance and services to a private entity or homeowners association.