City Council - Regular Meeting

INVOCATION: Pastor D. J. Manuel, Lily Baptist Church, Tarrant, Alabama

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Councilor Darrell O’Quinn

ROLL CALL

MINUTES NOT READY: March 3, 2026 – May 26, 2026

COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR

ANNOUNCEMENTS OF BOARDS AND AGENCIES EXPIRATIONS – July 2026

CONSIDERATION OF CONSENT AGENDA

P(ph) ITEM 1.

An Ordinance “TO AMEND THE ZONING DISTRICT MAP OF THE CITY OF BIRMINGHAM” (Case No. ZAC2026-00003) to change zone district boundaries from R-6 Multiple Dwelling District to QMU-L Qualified Mixed-Use Low District in order to allow a boutique antique store, filed by Jeff and Amy Smith the property owner and applicant, for property generally located at 3849 Clairmont Avenue, Birmingham, and situated in Section 32, ¼ Section 2, Township 17, Range 2W, 35222, and the hearing of all interested parties. [Second Reading] (Submitted by Councillors Vasa and O'Quinn, Co-Chairs, Planning and Zoning Committee) (Recommended by the Planning and Zoning Committee) (NOT Recommended by the Z.A.C)*

CONSENT ITEM 2.

A Resolution relative to the application of Tamieka Ragland for a Towing Service License to be used at Boss Ladi Towing, LLC, 791 Forest Road, Pleasant Grove, Alabama 35127, to operate four (4) wreckers on the streets of Birmingham. (Submitted by Councillor Tate, Chair, Public Safety Committee) (Recommended by the Chief of Police and the Public Safety Committee)

CONSENT ITEM 3.

A Resolution relative to the application of Samuel Smith for a Towing Service License to be used at We Got It Towing and Recovery, 705 Highway 168, Boaz, Alabama 35964, to operate one (1) wrecker on the streets of Birmingham. (Submitted by Councillor Tate, Chair, Public Safety Committee) (Recommended by the Chief of Police and the Public Safety Committee)

CONSENT(ph) ITEM 4.

A Resolution authorizing the abatement and removal of the following inoperable motor vehicle as a public nuisance existing on the following property and the costs of removal to be assessed against the registered owner of the vehicle, and the hearing of all interested parties: (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering and Permits) NOP2026-00210 2-DOOR IMPERIAL RV Color: WHITE Tag ID: 59R35057, Vin: UNKNOWN, Located at 1201 BOWMAN RD 35235, Parcel ID Number 011200314012003000

CONSENT(ph) ITEM 5.

A Resolution authorizing the abatement and removal of the following inoperable motor vehicle as a public nuisance existing on the following property and the costs of removal to be assessed against the registered owner of the vehicle, and the hearing of all interested parties: (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering and Permits) NOP2026-00233 2-DOOR CHEVROLET 3500 Color: WHITE AND BLACK Tag ID: 1X12622A Vin: UNKNOWN, Located at 1353 SPRINGVILLE RD, 35215, Parcel ID Number 011200292001043000

CONSENT(ph) ITEM 6.

A Resolution authorizing the abatement and removal of the following inoperable motor vehicle as a public nuisance existing on the following property and the costs of removal to be assessed against the registered owner of the vehicle, and the hearing of all interested parties: (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering and Permits) NOP2026-00240 2-DOOR FORD F100 Color: BLUE AND WHITE Tag ID: 1A178YY Vin: UNKNOWN, Located at 1714 34TH ST N35234, Parcel ID Number 012200241004018000

CONSENT(ph) ITEM 7.

A Resolution authorizing the abatement and removal of the following inoperable motor vehicle as a public nuisance existing on the following property and the costs of removal to be assessed against the registered owner of the vehicle, and the hearing of all interested parties: (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering and Permits) NOP2026-00241 2-DOOR MERCEDES BENZ CLK500 Color: GRAY Tag ID: NONE Vin:1WDBTJ5J74F082931, Located at 1714 34TH ST N 35234, Parcel ID Number 012200241004018000

CONSENT(ph) ITEM 8.

A Resolution authorizing the abatement and removal of the following inoperable motor vehicle as a public nuisance existing on the following property and the costs of removal to be assessed against the registered owner of the vehicle, and the hearing of all interested parties: (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering and Permits) NOP2026-00245 4-DOOR GMC ENVOY Color: WHITE Tag ID: 58CK768 Vin: UNKNOWN, Located at 1236 STONEHEDGE DR 35235, Parcel ID Number 011200294001029000

CONSENT(ph) ITEM 9.

A Resolution authorizing the abatement and removal of the following inoperable motor vehicle as a public nuisance existing on the following property and the costs of removal to be assessed against the registered owner of the vehicle, and the hearing of all interested parties: (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering and Permits) NOP2026-00246 4-DOOR BUICK CENTURY Color: GRAY Tag ID: 16199AY Vin: UNKNOWN, Located at 1236 STONEHEDGE DR 35235, Parcel ID Number 011200294001029000

P ITEM 10.

An Ordinance to amend Title 8, “Municipal Court” Chapter 3, “Fines and Costs”, Section 8, “Administrative Adjudication of Certain Minor Offenses in Lieu of Trial”, of the General Code of the City of Birmingham to remove certain additional penalties for parking violations and add an administrative fee for tickets more than thirty days overdue and subject to collections. [Second Reading] (Submitted by the City Attorney) (Recommended by the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee) (Did Not Receive Unanimous Consent, Held Over from 5/26/2026 to 6/2/2026)**

P ITEM 11.

An Ordinance to amend Title 8, Chapter 3, Section 10, “Summary Disposition of Minor Traffic and Other Minor Offenses by Fine Schedule” to revise the fines for the summary disposition of municipal parking offenses, to add certain offenses previously omitted from the summary disposition schedule, and to provide for an administrative fee to cover certain expenses for tickets referred for collection. [Second Reading] (Submitted by the City Attorney) (Recommended by the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee) (Did Not Receive Unanimous Consent, Held Over from 5/26/2026 to 6/2/2026)**

P ITEM 12.

An Ordinance authorizing the Mayor, upon receipt of payment in the amount of $8,400.55, to execute a quitclaim deed to LC Willow Solutions, LLC, for the sale of property legally described as LOT 3 and the North ½ of LOT 4, in Block 24, according to the G.W. WARE Survey, as recorded in Map Book 3, Page 79 in the Office of the Judge of Probate, Jefferson County, Alabama. P.I.D. 22 00 26 1 022 010.000 City Account: 2112 and located at 1526 17th Street North, Birmingham, Alabama 35204, which was acquired by the City upon foreclosure of municipal improvement liens in accordance with Section 3-1-4(c) of the General Code of the City of Birmingham. [First Reading] (Submitted by the City Attorney) (Recommended by the Director of Finance)**

CONSENT ITEM 13.

A Resolution pursuant to §11-40-1, §11-43-55 and §41-16-51(a)(8) of the Code of Alabama, 1975, authorizing the Mayor to execute and deliver a purchase agreement, for a period of not more than three (3) years, with Lexipol, LLC for reference manuals and an annual subscription to Police Policy subscription services used by the Police Department, including a three (3) year subscription to Annual Law Enforcement Policy Manual & Daily Training Bulletins, a three (3) year subscription to Annual Law Enforcement Supplemental Manual(s), and a three (3) year subscription to Annual Law Enforcement Workbench Premium. The total amount to be paid by the City shall not exceed $337,563.30. Said funds to G/L No. 001-04326001-527-050-0000000-00000000 (Professional Services). (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Police Chief)

CONSENT ITEM 14.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor execute an Amendment to the Agreement with Toolbank USA Inc. ("Toolbank") in an amount not to exceed $345,000.00, under which Toolbank will provide services to the City by implementing the Magic City ToolBank affiliate program which provides a fully staffed Toolbank specializing in empowering the not-for-profit sector with the tools, equipment and expertise that are central to completing community transformation projects, increasing volunteerism and the success of community based projects, to extend the term of the agreement to a term to end on or before September 30, 2026. (Submitted by the City Attorney) (Recommended by the Mayor)

CONSENT ITEM 15.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to renew lump sum and disability cancer benefits with ACE American Life Insurance Company for eligible City of Birmingham Firefighters, as mandated by ACT 2019-361 (Alabama HB 360), for a period of one (1) year, commencing July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027, in the amount of $105,642.00, and authorizing the Mayor to execute any necessary documents on behalf of the City, substantially in the form on file in the Office of the City Clerk. [Appropriated for FY2026/2027; G/L Account: 001.04202301.527046.0000000.00000000.000.00000 Professional Fees Medical] (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Human Resources Director)

CONSENT ITEM 16.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to renew Excess Workers’ Compensation Insurance with Midwest Employers Casualty Company for a term of two (2) years, commencing July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2028, in the amount of $491,805.00 for a twelve (12) month coverage period, payable in two (2) annual payments, and authorizing the Mayor to execute any necessary documents on behalf of the City, substantially in the form on file in the Office of the City Clerk. [Appropriated for FY2026/2027; G/L Account: 001.04202301.527046.0000000.00000000.000.00000 Medical Workers’ Comp Claims] (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Human Resources Director)

CONSENT ITEM 17.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to contract Medical Stop Loss Insurance for Active and Retired employees with Optum Health Insurance Company, for a period of one (1) year, commencing July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027, in the amount of $1,528,990.32, payable in twelve (12) monthly installments, and authorizing the Mayor to execute any necessary documents on behalf of the City, substantially in the form on file in the Office of the City Clerk. [Appropriated for FY2026/2027; G/L Account: 401.00000001.535006.0000000.00000000.000.00000 Blue Cross Claims] (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Human Resources Director)

CONSENT ITEM 18.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Right of Way Encroachment License Agreement whereby Lakeshore Station, LLC, is allowed to install one (1) sign monument, for the purpose of a sign renovation. The aforementioned structure will be installed in the median within the right-of-way of Milan Court, located at 2800 Milan Court. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Capital Projects and the Community Development Committee)

CONSENT ITEM 19.

A Resolution authorizing the Director of Finance to pay Cody Hamner (tenant) $10,290.00 for relocation housing payment to Tract No. 9, Pratt Highway Bridge Replacement (Over Black Creek on Pratt Highway) Project No. STPBH-1602(519), located at 701 Pratt Highway. [Project No. DCP157CP 02432A and PEP035 GR 02432A] (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Capital Projects and the Community Development Committee)**

CONSENT ITEM 20.

A Resolution pursuant to the provisions of §2-3-27 of The General Code of the City of Birmingham, Alabama, as amended, authorizing the City Attorney, upon her recommendation, to settle the matter of the Affidavit of Claim of Leroy Torrence. This Resolution authorizes the Mayor, the City Attorney, or one of her assistants, to execute all documents necessary to accomplish the settlement of this claim in an amount not to exceed a total of $12,000.00. Said funds to come from General Ledger Number: 001.02812000.534013. (Submitted by the City Attorney) (Recommended by the Mayor) **

CONSENT ITEM 21.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $18,448.00, against the property located at 2501 30th Avenue North, Birmingham, Alabama 35207, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 22.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $116,360.00, against the property located at 2400 34th Avenue North, Birmingham, Alabama 35207, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 23.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $6,532.00, against the property located at 3417 35th Avenue North, Birmingham, Alabama 35207, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 24.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $12,048.00, against the property located at 2237 22nd Avenue North, Birmingham, Alabama 35234, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 25.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $8,581.96, against the property located at 1312 2nd Court West, Birmingham, Alabama 35208, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 26.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $6,318.72, against the property located at 1712 24th Street SW, Birmingham, Alabama 35211, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 27.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $6,262.80, against the property located at 2441 Frances Avenue, Birmingham, Alabama 35211, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 28.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $4,644.40, against the property located at 845 Nassau Avenue SW, Birmingham, Alabama 35211, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 29.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $10,286.00, against the property located at 5301 Georgia Road, Birmingham, Alabama 35212, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 30.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $24,041.20, against the property located at 1109 McMillon Avenue, Birmingham, Alabama 35211, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 31.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $13,945.60, against the property located at 400 Princeton Avenue SW, Birmingham, Alabama 35211, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 32.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $8,595.64, against the property located at 5200 Jefferson Avenue, Birmingham, Alabama 35211, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 33.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $10,154.00, against the property located at 310 13th Court North, Birmingham, Alabama 35204, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 34.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $10,246.00, against the property located at 4183 22nd Street North, Birmingham, Alabama 35207, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 35.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $10,242.28, against the property located at 4617 Avenue R, Birmingham, Alabama 35208, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 36.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $8,335.20, against the property located at 1808 Fulton Avenue SW, Birmingham, Alabama 35211, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 37.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $15,430.40, against the property located at 1809 Fulton Avenue SW, Birmingham, Alabama 35211, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 38.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $21,175.12, against the property located at 7509 2nd Avenue South, Birmingham, Alabama 35206, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 39.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $9,305.88, against the property located at 217 50th Street North, Birmingham, Alabama 35212, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 40.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $9,511.36, against the property located at 9017 14th Avenue North, Birmingham, Alabama 35206, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 41.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $13,752.40, against the property located at 501 16th Place SW, Birmingham, Alabama 35206, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 42.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $23,243.40, against the property located at 1257 16th Street SW, Birmingham, Alabama 35211, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 43.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $9,735.80, against the property located at 9032 Belvoir Drive, Birmingham, Alabama 35206, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 44.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $10,930.40, against the property located at 1653 Alemeda Avenue SW, Birmingham, Alabama 35211, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 45.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $8,970.80, against the property located at 1657 Alemeda Avenue SW, Birmingham, Alabama 35211, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 46.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $13,296.84, against the property located at 533 65th Street North, Birmingham, Alabama 35206, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 47.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $6,428.48, against the property located at 544 21st Street SW, Birmingham, Alabama 35211, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 48.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $12,858.12, against the property located at 1832 Steiner Avenue, Birmingham, Alabama 35211, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 49.

CONSENT ITEM 50.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $18,148.20, against the property located at 417 Glynn Drive, Birmingham, Alabama 35215, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 51.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $7,496.00, against the property located at 2016 15th Avenue North, Birmingham, 35234, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 52.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $12,841.68, against the property located at 1920 16th Street SW, Birmingham, Alabama 35211, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 53.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $13,786.56, against the property located at 524 Robison Avenue, Birmingham, Alabama 35215, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 54.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $7,079.20, against the property located at 1634 Boise Avenue, Birmingham, Alabama 35211, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 55.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $8,125.20, against the property located at 204 86th Street North, Birmingham, Alabama 35206, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 56.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $6,807.60, against the property located at 1419 56th Street, Birmingham, Alabama 35224, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 57.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $16,298.00, against the property located at 7840 5th Avenue South, Birmingham, Alabama 35206, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 58.

A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $5,982.00, against the property located at 5116 Lillian Street, Birmingham, Alabama 35228, for the cost incurred for the demolition of an unsafe building or structure. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering, and Permits)

CONSENT ITEM 59.

A Resolution accepting an emergency contract with Johnson Controls, Inc., 511 Mineral Trace, Hoover, Alabama 35244, in an amount not to exceed $1,944,418.50 for the procurement and replacement of three (3) rooftop HVAC systems for the Birmingham CrossPlex Pool HVAC Replacement project located at 2340 CrossPlex Boulevard, in Birmingham, this being the lowest responsible and responsive proposal submitted and authorizing the Mayor to execute an emergency contract with Johnson Controls, Inc. in substantially the form contained within the proposal documents and in accordance with said proposal, providing that the total compensation payable under that Contract not exceed the appropriation, under the terms of the agreement by Johnson Controls, Inc.’s quote being the most responsive and cost-effective. [Funding Source: Surplus Funds] (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Capital Project) (Three Proposals Received)**

CONSENT ITEM 60.

A Resolution accepting the lump sum proposal of Carr Development, LLC, 8351 Kermit Johnson Road, Pinson, Alabama in the amount of $93,786.00 for 2025 Citywide Inlet Top Repairs project located in Birmingham, this being the lowest responsible and responsive proposal submitted, and authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with Carr Development, LLC in substantially the form contained within the proposal documents and in accordance with said proposal, providing that the total compensation payable under the contract not exceed the appropriation. [Funding Source: DOT046CP 003048] (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Capital Projects) (One Proposal Received)

CONSENT ITEM 61.

A Resolution accepting the lump sum bid of Carr Development, LLC, 8351 Kermit Johnson Road, Pinson, Alabama in the amount of $154,022.00 for Tuxedo Heights Drainage Ditch Improvements projects located in Birmingham, this being the lowest responsible and responsive bid submitted, and authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with Carr Development, LLC in substantially the form contained within the bid documents and in accordance with said bid, providing that the total compensation payable under the contract not exceed the appropriation. [Funding Source: DOT102CP 003999] (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Capital Projects) (Five Bids Received)

CONSENT ITEM 62.

A Resolution accepting the lump sum bid of Boston General Contractors, Inc., McCalla, Alabama in the amount of $128,000.00 for Birmingham Fire Station 20 Apron Repairs at 4825 Avenue W, Ensley, Alabama 35208 and Birmingham Fire Station 27 Driveway Apron Repairs located at 400 Huffman Road, Birmingham, Alabama 35235, this being the lowest responsible and responsive bid submitted, and authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with Boston General Contractors, Inc. in substantially the form contained within the bid documents and in accordance with said bid, providing that the total compensation payable under the contract not exceed the appropriation. [Funding Source: DCP102CP 003999] (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Capital Projects) (Five Bids Received)

CONSENT ITEM 63.

A Resolution accepting and approving the bid of Fastenal Company Winona, Michigan, for maintenance, repair and operations equipment, related parts and accessories, as needed at unit prices on file in the Office of the Assistant Purchasing Agent, for a period of one (1) year, contingent upon Council approval for the City of Birmingham Public Works Department, per the Omnia Partners Purchasing Cooperative Contract #R240802. [Appropriated for FY2025/2026 Budget; G/L Account: 001-04940395-513004-0000000-00000000-000-00000] (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Assistant Purchasing Agent and the Director of Public Works)

CONSENT ITEM 64.

A Resolution accepting and approving the bid of PC Connection Sales dba Connection, Merrimack, New Hampshire, for Printers, PC Software and Related Items, as needed at unit prices on file in the Office of the Assistant Purchasing Agent, for a period of one (1) year, for the City of Birmingham Information Management Systems Department, this being the lowest, most responsive bid submitted meeting specifications. [Appropriated for FY2025/2026 Budget; G/L Account: 001_037_01910_01912_526-003 and 001_037_01910_01913_526-004] (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Assistant Purchasing Agent and the Director of Information Management Systems) (Two Bids Submitted)

CONSENT ITEM 65.

A Resolution accepting and approving the bid of SJ, LLC, Birmingham, for the purchase of starters and alternators, as needed at unit prices on file in the Office of the Assistant Purchasing Agent, for a period of one (1) year guaranteed, for a term not to exceed three (3) years, subject to availability of funds, for the Equipment Management Department, this being the lowest bid submitted. [Appropriated for in FY2025-2026 Budget; G/L Account: 001-00000000-151004-0000000-00000000-000-00000] (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Assistant Purchasing Agent and the Director of Equipment Management)

CONSENT ITEM 66.

A Resolution accepting and approving the bid of Southern Armature Works, Birmingham, for the purchase of Radiators (New and Repaired), as needed at unit prices on file in the Office of the Assistant Purchasing Agent, for a period of one (1) year guaranteed, for a term not to exceed three (3) years, subject to availability of funds, for the Equipment Management Department, this being the lowest bid submitted. [Appropriated for in FY2025-2026 Budget; G/L Account: 001-00000000-151004-0000000-00000000-000-00000] (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Assistant Purchasing Agent and the Director of Equipment Management)

CONSENT ITEM 67.

A Resolution accepting and approving the bid of Stivers Ford of Birmingham, Birmingham, for the purchase of Radiators (New and Repaired), as needed at unit prices on file in the Office of the Assistant Purchasing Agent, for a period of one (1) year guaranteed, for a term not to exceed three (3) years, subject to availability of funds, for the Equipment Management Department, this being the lowest bid submitted. [Appropriated for in FY2025-2026 Budget; G/L Account: 001-00000000-151004-0000000-00000000-000-00000] (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Assistant Purchasing Agent and the Director of Equipment Management)

CONSENT ITEM 68.

A Resolution accepting and approving the bid of Weil Wrecker Services, Birmingham, for the purchase of wrecker service and impound storage for Group One (1) Services Related to Privately Owned Vehicles and Group Two (2) Services Related to City Owned Vehicles, as needed at unit prices on file in the Office of the Assistant Purchasing Agent, for a period of one (1) year, for the Birmingham Police Department, this being the only bid submitted. [Appropriated for in FY2025-2026 Budget; G/L Account: 001.04326001.531001.0000000.00000000] (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Assistant Purchasing Agent and the Chief of Police)

CONSENT ITEM 69.

A Resolution approving payment to Amazon Capital Services, Seattle, Washington, in the amount of $3,199.30, for the purchase of ten (10) cash registers for the swimming pools, for the Parks and Recreation Department, in accordance with Section 3-1-7 of the Birmingham City Code. [Appropriated for in FY2025-2026 Budget; G/L Account: 001-08312002-524040-0000000-00000000-000-00000] (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Assistant Purchasing Agent and the Director of Parks and Recreation)

CONSENT ITEM 70.

A Resolution approving payment to Amazon.com, Seattle, Washington, in the amount of $568.72 to purchase Telecommunication supplies and materials, for the Department of Information Management Services, in accordance with Section 3-1-7 of the Birmingham City Code. [Appropriated for in FY2025-2026 Budget; G/L Account: 001-03701932-512004-0000000-00000000-000-00000] (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Assistant Purchasing Agent and the Director of Information Management Services)

CONSENT ITEM 71.

A Resolution approving payment to Jefferson County Emergency Management, Birmingham, in the amount of $365,845.36, for the FY2026-FY2030 pro-rata share of the operational cost (dues) for the Agency as authorized by Section 31-9-10, Code of Alabama and Section 8 of Act 1969-916, consistent with the Agreement entered into on April 4, 1995. [G/L Account: 001_400_96100_96108.550-002] (Submitted and Recommended by the Mayor)

CONSENT ITEM 72.

A Resolution approving payment to Ingram Library Services, Atlanta, Georgia, in the amount of $28,675.28, for the purchase of books and other supplies, for the Birmingham Public Library, in accordance with Section 3-1-7 of the Birmingham City Code. [Appropriated for in FY2025-2026 Budget; G/L: 001-07755507-520001-0000000-00000000-000-00000] (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Assistant Purchasing Agent and the Director of the Birmingham Public Library)

CONSENT ITEM 73.

A Resolution approving payment to Midwest Tape, LLC, Cincinnati, Ohio, in the amount of $6,475.55, for the purchase of books and other supplies, for the Birmingham Public Library, in accordance with Section 3-1-7 of the Birmingham City Code. [Appropriated for in FY2025-2026 Budget; G/L: 001-07755507-520001-0000000-00000000-000-00000] (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Assistant Purchasing Agent and the Director of the Birmingham Public Library)

CONSENT ITEM 74.

A Resolution authorizing the Chief Financial Officer to make eleven (11) refunds in the total amount of $85,483.71. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Chief Financial Officer)**

CONSENT ITEM 75.

A Resolution approving the itemized expense accounts of an appointed and elected official. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Finance)**

CONSENT ITEM 76.

A Resolution approving the advanced expense account of an appointed official. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Finance)**

CONSENT ITEM 77.

A Resolution approving the advanced expense accounts of city employees. (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Finance)**

CONSENT ITEM 78.

A Resolution finding that the following two hundred sixty-eight (268) properties have noxious or dangerous weeds growing thereon declaring said properties to be a public nuisance and providing that notice shall be posted on each of said properties and notice sent by certified mail to the last person assessing these properties for state taxes and further providing for a public hearing July 7, 2026, to hear and consider all objections or protests to proposed abatement of these nuisances by the City: (Submitted by the Mayor) (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engineering and Permits)

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REQUEST FROM THE PUBLIC

ADJOURNMENT