Birmingham Council Approves Three Deals To Bolster Access to Fresh Produce
The council OK’d funding for an expanded urban farm including a community kitchen in Fountain Heights and expanded Jones Valley Teaching Farm programs. Read more.
Government
Birmingham Water Works Proposes 4.9% Rate Increase, Budget to Begin Transition to Automated Meters
For the sixth year in a row, customers of Birmingham Water Works are likely to see a rate hike in 2025. The proposed 4.9% increase comes as some residents continue to complain about receiving exorbitant water bills or no bills at all. Read more.
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.