PRESS RELEASE Tuesday, August 28, 2018 Contact: Chiara Perry Phone: 205-254-2036 Cell: 205-383-8432 chiara.perry@birminghamal.gov On Wednesday August 29, the Alliance of American Football will be hosting a press conference to make a team announcement. The new football league is slated to begin February 9, 2019 and will feature eight teams with 52-player rosters. “This […]
The Birmingham City Council is now accepting applications for upcoming vacancy on Park Board
PRESS RELEASE Friday, August 17, 2018 Contact: Chiara Perry Phone: 205-254-2036 Cell: 205-383-8432 chiara.perry@birminghamal.gov The Birmingham City Council is now accepting applications for an upcoming vacancy on the Birmingham Park Board. Applicants have until 5 p.m. on August 24 to send in their resumes. The new term will take effect on October 9, 2018. The […]
City of Birmingham District 4 Community Forum kicks off tonight at 6pm
PRESS RELEASE Tuesday August 7, 2018 Contact: Chiara Perry Phone: 205-254-2036 Cell: 205-383-8432 chiara.perry@birminghamal.gov BIRMINGHAM, AL—Citizens concerns are always a […]
Park Board to consider vote geared to increase fan experience at Annual Magic City Classic event
PRESS RELEASE Tuesday, July 17, 2018 Contact: Chiara Perry Phone: 205-254-2036 Cell: 205-383-8432 chiara.perry@birminghamal.gov BIRMINGHAM, AL— On Wednesday, July 18, the Park Board will consider a vote to expand a portion of the Legion Field complex into additional tailgating and vendor space for and increased fan experience during this year’s Magic City Classic. The […]
The U.S Environmental Protection Agency Awards Birmingham with Huge Grants
The push to redevelopment communities in Birmingham City continues to grow as Birmingham City Councilors look for additional resources that will aid in a greater Birmingham. The U.S Environmental Protection Agency recently awarded two grants within one week of each other to the City of Birmingham. Both grants totaled $600,000. Councilor William Parker says the grants will help empower communities and spark […]
Birmingham City Council Sending Strong Message About Neglected Properties; Approves Demolition of Blighted Norwood Apartments
Dilapidated properties plague the quality of essential living standards in any community. With neighborhood revitalization efforts in place by residents and community leaders alike these nuisances of structures are prohibiting the growth of many areas across Birmingham. To address the problem, Birmingham City Councilors are continuously sending strong messages to slumlords that have let their […]
Another Sign of Progress in District 4
Another sign of progress in District 4 as a site visit was held this week to update the public on two projects that are really shaping the future of what’s to come in that area. The site visit began with a program where attendees could hear from elected officials concerning the latest status of the bridge […]
Recent Projects Changing the Landscape in North Birmingham
Councilor William Parker got a chance to tour the progress being made for the Maxine Parker pedestrian bridge and improvements for Maclin Park in District 4. But these aren’t the only projects currently changing the landscape of North Birmingham. For more information about everything the Birmingham City Council is doing visit www.birminghamalcitycouncil.org.
Bring on the Birmingham Bowl!
Birmingham is known for it’s rich football history, and this years Birmingham Bowl may be one for the books with the expectation that SEC contender Auburn University will play at Legion Field nearly 25 years after playing there for the annual Iron Bowl game. This past Tuesday Birmingham City Councilors approved an ordinance to further […]
Birmingham City Council’s “Nine Acts of Kindness” Continues With District 4
Our Nine Acts of Kindness project continues this time with a visit to Woodlawn High School in District 4. Through the “Nine Acts of Kindness” campaign, each Councilor is donating much needed school supplies to each school in their district to show our appreciation for our students and teachers as we pause to reflect on […]