Monday Morning Watch | Week of Sept. 22, 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.
Jefferson County Commission
Commissioner Renews Opposition to Data Center, Cites Northern Beltline Conflict
Jimmie Stephens said many in his district also fear noise and environmental effects from the project.
Jefferson County Appeals Court Order in Redistricting Case, Seeks Delay in Enforcing It
The county contends the commission districts redrawn in 2021 were not based on race.
JeffCo Sets 2026 Budget Just Shy of $1 Billion
Commissioners tout work to fund capital projects from the budget without borrowing money.
JeffCo Outlines Proposed Guide for Development in Comprehensive Plan
The plan discusses what development is appropriate in various parts of the county and what services are needed.
JeffCo’s Pay-As-You-Go Spending Keeps Budget In Check
The county commission is considering a budget just shy of $1 billion.
Monday Morning Watch | Week of Sept. 8, 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.
Golden-Buzzer Choir Shows JeffCo Commission Why It Was Lifted to the Top
The Birmingham Youth and Young Adult Fellowship Choir, which earned the golden buzzer from judge Simon Cowell to send it to the live telecasts for the “America’s Got Talent” competition show, dropped in for a visit with the Jefferson County Commission.
JeffCo Bumps Up Funding for Groups That Bolster Small Businesses
The Jefferson County Commission is set to increase funding for two groups that help develop small businesses.
Monday Morning Watch | Week of July 21, 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.