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.
Government
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.
Birmingham Council Approves $347K for Village Creek Walking Trail
The trail is part of the Red Rock Trail System.
CAW Closes Its Fleet, Contracts for Vehicles
Other new contracts approved by the board.
JeffCo Makes Arrangements for Engineering Work in Advance of JeffMet North
Ground could be broken on the industrial park by the middle of next year.
Council Hears of Medical Waste Facility Planned in Kingston
A vote on the plan is expected next week.