Birmingham launches public safety session amid ongoing crime reduction efforts
This year’s Academy of Civic Engagement will give residents a first-hand look at how public safety professionals do their work.
Government
Birmingham Council Approves $3.5 Million to Expand Early Childhood Education, Literacy Programs
The council also set hearings on comprehensive plans for the southern area and Pratt-Ensley areas of the city, as well as OKing funding for a program to support existing businesses.
Tyson Says JeffCo Getting Its Pocket Picked in UAB Deal To Buy Old Cooper Green Mercy Property
The county agreed to sell the site of the old hospital to UAB and pay to tear down the building.
JeffCo to Consider Selling Old Cooper Green Property to UAB
One commissioner protested that UAB was getting too good a deal; the commission takes up the matter Thursday.
Birmingham Council Greenlights $10 Million Leeds-Area Manufacturing Expansion
Culton Companies plans to expand operations at its facility near The Shops at Grand River.
Birmingham Council OKs $45 Million School Building Project
Birmingham’s mayor and city school superintendent last week proposed the plan for a career training hub, financial literacy program and basketball court renovations.
Birmingham Council Approves $345K to Expand Food Distribution Network in District 4
The funding will support the 10 current distribution sites and add four more.
Birmingham to Open Oasis Day Center for Homeless
The City Council approved spending $850,000 for a park and facilities for people who are homeless.
Knicks’ Trey Jemison Gets Hero’s Welcome at County Commission
The hometown celebrity and community advocate dropped into the regular meeting to say hello and accept a resolution honoring him.
JeffCo Commission Talks Road Projects and Development
Commissioners in an eight-minute meeting set out topics to be considered during Thursday’s full meeting, including work on the Northern Beltline, Galleria and on the new Alabama Farm Center.