Category: Government
Birmingham Police Chief Set to Retire, Pickett Will Be Interim Chief
Birmingham Police Chief Scott Thurmond on Thursday announced he will retire from the department effective Nov. 29. Mayor Randall Woodfin named Deputy Chief Michael Pickett to take over as interim police chief when Thurmond departs. Read more.
Birmingham to Lease Former Buffalo Rock Building for Police, Fire Storage
The City Council agreed to lease the West Oxmoor Road building for $45K a month. Read more.
Today is the Deadline to Register to Vote
You can register for the Nov. 5 election online or in person. Read more.
Council Approves Changes to Sign Ordinances, Applies for Grant for Bridge Repairs
Changes include limiting pole signs along scenic corridors and allowing more attached signs, such as awnings. Read more.
Birmingham Mayor Announces Commission to Study Homicide Reduction, Report Findings in 60 Days
New commission will include more than 20 business, community and law enforcement leaders who will identify strategies to reduce homicides in the Magic City. Read more.
Family Fun Center to Be Built at CrossPlex
The multi-activity center — including bowling lanes, a skating rink, arcade and video games along with a bounce house and food court — has been discussed for the western-area community for almost two years and now is becoming a reality. Read more.
JeffCo Commission Delays Decision on High-Density Development, Wants New Rules in Place First
Jefferson County Commissioners have been considering a proposal that originally would have built a patio garden home development in the McCalla area. Read more.
Density in Proposed Residential Developments Concerns Jefferson County Commission
A McCalla-area development request on Thursday’s commission agenda has stirred the conversation about high-density development proposals and their locations. Read more.
Increased Government Support Creates Brighter Future for Area Parks
The Jefferson County Greenways Commission was formed last year and this summer, the county appointed its first parks director. Read more.
Datcher Overwhelming Victor in Special Election for State House District 52
Democrat Kelvin Datcher will be headed to Montgomery after Tuesday’s win against Erskine Brown Jr. Read more.
