Woodfin Outlines Birmingham’s Next Steps at State of the Community Address
The mayor talks about city successes, push to find uses for derelict sites, other aims.
Government
Officials Highlight the Power of Regional Cooperation in Announcing Progress on 2 Major Road Projects
The expansion of Hollywood Boulevard bridge and pedestrian walkway and the widening of Deerfoot Parkway are on the calendar.
Water Utility Workers Consider Unionizing Amid Claims of Poor Treatment
Workers question their treatment since the water works was reorganized as Central Alabama Water.
Four lawsuits Filed Friday Against Restructured Water Board
A federal lawsuit contests the state takeover of the water works and three state court cases challenge the firing of three senior managers.
Birmingham Council Denies 2 Liquor Licenses Over History, Neighborhood Concerns
One had operated as a nonprofit for youth until it was discovered it had been selling alcohol.
U.S. Steel Seeks Tax Abatement for Development at Fairfield Works
The JeffCo Commission is considering waiving some taxes for the steelmaker to expand its work.
Water Utility’s Bond Rating Dropped Over Financial, Infrastructure, Management Concerns
S&P Global Ratings signaled it’s watching CAW and could reduce the rating more.
Birmingham City Council Ends Agreement, Hopes to Spur Development at Former Ensley High Site
Previous developers hadn’t followed through on housing plans, and the city wants to draw in new offers.
Black Male Initiative Launched to Improve Lives of Area Youth
The new Birmingham city initiative will reach out to boys during a high-risk time in their lives.
Water Board Ends Lobbying Contracts, Plans To Rely on Personal Ties
Board members disagreed over whether a lobbyist is a ‘want’ or a ‘need.’