Birmingham Council Approves $240K for Neighborhood Improvements Near I-20/59 Bridge
The project includes traffic calming measures in Norwood and sidewalk repairs in Druid Hills and Fountain Heights.
Government
JeffCo Commission OKs Demolitions in Muscoda
It also approved a contract to build a new evidence storage facility and extended incentive for the Alabama Farm Center.
Birmingham Council Applies for $10M Federal Grant to Improve Pedestrian Walkways, Traffic Signals
If awarded, the federal grant to modernize and improve traffic signals and pedestrian infrastructure for the city’s busiest intersections.
New Data Center Regs Proposed for Birmingham
The City Council delayed adopting new rules until June.
Birmingham Announces 14 Microgrants to Bolster RESTORE
Fourteen local organizations working on the frontlines of youth intervention today received $200,000 in microgrants to aid community-driven violence prevention.
Oops: Commission President Might Have Made a Different Decision If He’d Known How Long He’d Serve
After 16 years in office, Jimmie Stephens recalls his decision not to enroll in the retirement system as the commission extends its 457 plan contract.
City Council Approves Development Plan for Eastern Birmingham
The plan sets out desired development for specific areas.
Judge Dissolves Ruling, Leaving Birmingham’s Water Without Fluoride
The judge said he cannot effectively compel CAW to add fluoride to the water, much to his disappointment.
JeffCo Set for Vote That Would Allow Graymont School Redevelopment to Continue
The city has contracted with a developer for the project.
CAW OKs Loans to Continue Lead Line Replacement
The $56 million in loans will be through ADEM and the state’s revolving drinking water fund.