CAW Cancels Policy That Encouraged Disadvantaged Firms To Bid on Contracts
Black members of the board expressed concern about the move; managers said the policy was a paperwork burden.
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CAW Board Accepts CEO’s Recs for Consulting Engineer, Seven Executives
The consulting engineer hire was required by the state law that restructure the board earlier this year.
Parking Authority Seeks Voices on Use of Morris Avenue Lots
An online survey asks people for thoughts on proposed parking or development at two downtown parking lots.
Water Works Board Approves Budget With Slashed Capital Funding, No Rate Increase
The $215.6 million budget doesn’t include automated meters, constricts work on Lake Purdy Dam and reduces pipe replacements.
Council Approves Extension of Homeless Outreach Contract; Williams Questions Price Tag
The council extended a $1.7 million agreement with Urban Alchemy.
JeffCo Starts to Prep for Potential Arrival of Large Data Centers
The County Commission president proposed studying rules for data center developments before one asks to move into unincorporated Jefferson County.
JeffCo Commission OKs Economic Development Funds for Innovation Depot, BBA
Commissioners also approved storm debris collection in unincorporated areas hit by storm.
Birmingham Moves Forward With Third Grocery Recruitment Effort for Titusville’s Woodland Park
The council approved $885K in incentives to lure Carver Jones Market to the Heritage Parke Towne Center spot.
JeffCo Set to OK Debris Removal From Last Week’s Storm
High winds and small tornadoes caused damage in unincorporated parts of northern Jefferson County.
Central Alabama Water CEO Names Interim Leaders
The CEO introduced the new temporary leaders to the board on Monday.