Monday Morning Watch | Week of Oct. 20, 2025
BirminghamWatch's weekly rundown of public meetings and agendas in the city of Birmingham and Jefferson County.
Jefferson County Commission
Appeals Court Presses Pause on JeffCo Redistricting Case
The ruling allows Jefferson County to continue with next year’s election under current district maps.
Voting Rights Attorneys Meet With Residents Amid Jefferson County Redistricting Battle
Following a ruling striking down the county’s 2021 County Commission district map, lawyers explained next steps and warned that appeals could delay reform ahead of the 2026 election.
Jefferson County Fights Clock and Court in Redistricting Battle
The county argued that it’s too late in the political cycle to change the district maps now, and doing so could block some potential candidates from running for the commission.
If It Ain’t Broke: JeffCo Urges Against Changes in Online Tax Revenue Distribution
The County Commission also passed a new zoning ordinance that adds housing types and encourages redevelopment to limit suburban sprawl.
JeffCo Poised to Adopt Comprehensive Land Use and Zoning Update
The new plan is to be considered in Thursday’s meeting.
Monday Morning Watch | Week of Oct. 6, 2025
BirminghamWatch's weekly rundown of public meetings and agendas in the city of Birmingham and Jefferson County. Our goal is to help you keep your elected officials accountable.
Judge Denies Delay in Order for JeffCo Commission to Redraw District Maps
The county has appealed the ruling to the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals.
Fitch Raises Its Credit Rating for JeffCo Sewer Warrants
The change brings Fitch’s rating in line with other credit rating agencies.
JeffCo To Renew Stream Testing Program
Water is tested at streams across the county.