Public Hearing Set for Hotel and Condos Project in Redmont Park
The public hearing will be during the Aug. 25 City Council meeting.
Government
City Still Needs Response on Parks & Rec Master Plan
A survey asks residents what they want or need in the plan.
Birmingham City Council Approves $1.15 Million to Continue Hospital-Based Violence Intervention Program
Funding will support the program to reduce gun violence, prevent retaliation and connect survivors with services.
JeffCo Renews Gateway Agreement but Could Revisit the Matter
Commissioners could reconsider the contracts in three months if they chose to do so.
Birmingham City Council Approves Security Protection for Officials and Their Families
Officials can request protection if they are under threat.
JeffCo Looks To Be a ‘Good Partner’ With Birmingham Gateway Project
The county plans to continue support for the gateways but wants something for City Walk too.
Birmingham City Council Backs Multi-City Child Abuse Investigation Partnership
Also OKs applying for grant to fund Fountain Heights historic survey.
Council OKs Mayor’s $615 Million Spending Plan
The budget increases money for transportation, violence prevention programs and homeless outreach services.
JeffCo Pumps the Brakes on a Data Center Moratorium
Still says no centers until new regs are written but worries about discouraging other industrial development.
JeffCo Earns Triple Crown in Finance Review
After a troubled financial history, the county has received all three top awards in government finance.