Category: Birmingham City Council
Crowds Throng City Hall as Council Passes Data Center Rules
City officials tout the strength of the new rules but opponents say they don’t go far enough.
City OKs Special Funding for BCRI
The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute had temporarily closed in late May because of HVAC issues.
Birmingham Council Declares Emergency Over Rainfall Hampering Weed Abatement Efforts
The declaration lets the city hire contractors to catch up on cutting abandoned lots.
Birmingham Council Delays Vote on Additional Police Cameras Citing Cost Concerns
The mayor proposes adding 100 more surveillance cameras to watch the city.
Birmingham Councilors Approve Budget, Cite Need for More Detailed Discussions
The budget includes major spending increases for youth services, homeless outreach, public safety and neighborhood blight.
Council Approves $1.9M Police Body Cam Deal
The Birmingham City Council on Tuesday approved the agreement for police body cameras that automatically activate when officers unholster their Tasers.
BJCTA Touts Ridership Increases in Update to City Council
The transit authority updated the council on its service this year and briefed councilors on future goals.
Residents Ask for More Investment in Parks, Infrastructure at Budget Hearing
The City Council is discussing the $591 million budget proposed last month by Mayor Randall Woodfin.
Birmingham Homicides Dropped by Nearly Half in the First 5 Months of 2025
Birmingham officials touted decreased homicides and increased police recruitment during Tuesday’s City Council meeting. Council budget hearing set for Wednesday afternoon.
Birmingham Council Approves $50K Loan for Lakeview Moe’s BBQ Facelift
The forgivable loan was approved for work to improve the exterior of the restaurant.
