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Council District Seven
East Brownville, Garden Highlands, Germania Park, Grasselli Heights, Green Acres, Hillman, Hillman Park, Industrial Center, Jones Valley, Oxmoor Valley, Powderly, Riley Travellick, Roosevelt City, Tarpley City, West Brownville, West Goldwire
District Seven Councilor
Councilor Wardine T. Alexander
Birmingham City Councilor Wardine Towers Alexander is Chair of the Administration & Governmental Affairs Committee and a member of the Budget and Finance and Workforce Development Committees.
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Biography
She is a Birmingham native and proud product of the Birmingham City Schools, where she graduated from Wenonah High School. She attended the University of Alabama and has a B. S. Degree in Medical Technology from the University of Alabama in Birmingham. She has a son Gregory, a granddaughter MaKenzie, and is a member of Trinity Baptist Church.
A board-certified Medical Technologist, with a specialty in blood banking, Councilor Alexander retired after a long career in clinical laboratory medicine. She is a past president of the Alabama State Association of Blood Banks and volunteers and serves the community through her affiliation with the National Pan-Hellenic Council and her membership in Omicron Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, and the Tri-County (AL) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated.
Councilor Alexander represented District 7 on the Board of Education for Birmingham City Schools from 2013-2017, serving two terms as Board President. She strongly believes in public education and that all students should be college or career ready upon graduation. During her tenure on the Board of Education, the Birmingham City Schools received Advanced full accreditation for all district schools, increased the number of Pre-K classrooms, and offered Dual Enrollment for all eligible students. Her community service has included Vice President on the One Roof Board of Directors, Trustee of the Birmingham Public Library and board membership on the Trinity Baptist Church Community Development Center, Incorporated.
She was appointed to the Birmingham City Council on October 30, 2018 to represent District 7. Her top priorities for the district centers around sustainable programs that will improve public safety, economic opportunity, and the ultimate enhancement of the quality of life for all residents along with effective workforce development and community revitalization programs. She believes that with improved collaboration among the residents, major community/business stakeholders, the Council, and the Mayor, effective change can be brought to District 7 and the City.
LEARN MORE ABOUT COUNCILOR WARDINE ALEXANDER’S INVOLVEMENT WITH NATIONAL LEAGUE OF CITIES.
District Contact Info
For District Schools
WALTER WILSON, BOARD MEMBER, DISTRICT 7
SCHOOLS:
Arrington Elementary
Oxmoor Valley Elementary
West End Academy
Green Acres Middle
Jones Valley Middle
Wenonah High
WebsiteCommittee Links
District Related Events
Current Month
Birmingham 365 Events
Homewood Community Art Show
06-01-2025
06-30-2025
Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates:
Mon, Jun 30 @ 12:00 am
June 1-30
Why should only kids get art shows? Local artists of any medium: Bring your piece to the Adult/Teen desk during the month of June, and we'll showcase it in the Ellenburg Art Gallery during the month of July. Artists and art collectors...
[more+]June 1-30
Why should only kids get art shows? Local artists of any medium: Bring your piece to the Adult/Teen desk during the month of June, and we'll showcase it in the Ellenburg Art Gallery during the month of July. Artists and art collectors can join us on Saturday, July 26, for a reception. Please make sure all pieces submitted are PG-13. 3-D art, fabric arts, paintings, and everything else is welcome! Check out our website for the application form at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.
[less-]Tags: Libraries, Visual Arts, Art + Stage
Story Drama with Homewood Theatre
06-30-2025
06-30-2025
Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates:
Mon, Jun 30 @ 3:30 pm
(Rising K-Grade 5) Join us for a story time like no other! We will read one of our favorite children\'s books with pre, during, and post drama activities to act our story out and use our imagination. Register online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.
(Rising K-Grade 5) Join us for a story time like no other! We will read one of our favorite children\'s books with pre, during, and post drama activities to act our story out and use our imagination. Register online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.
[less-]Tags: Family + Camps, Libraries, Elementary
Wicked Good Sing-Along
06-30-2025
06-30-2025
Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates:
Mon, Jun 30 @ 6:00 pm
(13+) Theaters didn't let you sing in their showing of Wicked? Don't worry, we don't mind! Let loose your witchy vocals at this sing-along showing of the Wicked movie. Leave with some wicked-cute swag at the end of the film. Show up in your most...
[more+](13+) Theaters didn't let you sing in their showing of Wicked? Don't worry, we don't mind! Let loose your witchy vocals at this sing-along showing of the Wicked movie. Leave with some wicked-cute swag at the end of the film. Show up in your most bewitching pink or green outfit! This is a free event. Register online at www.homewoodpubliclibrary.org.
[less-]Tags: Film, Libraries, Books + Film
Homewood Theatre Summer Camps
06-02-2025
08-02-2025
Presented by Homewood Theatre at Homewood Theatre, Homewood
Upcoming Dates:
Tue, Jul 01 @ 9:00 am
Wed, Jul 02 @ 9:00 am
Thu, Jul 03 @ 9:00 am
Fri, Jul 04 @ 9:00 am Mon, Jul 07 @ 9:00 am Tue, Jul 08 @ 9:00 am Wed, Jul 09 @ 9:00 am Thu, Jul 10 @ 9:00 am Fri, Jul 11 @ 9:00 am Mon, Jul 14 @ 9:00 am Tue, Jul 15 @ 9:00 am Wed, Jul 16 @ 9:00 am Thu, Jul 17 @ 9:00 am Fri, Jul 18 @ 9:00 am Mon, Jul 21 @ 9:00 am Tue, Jul 22 @ 9:00 am Wed, Jul 23 @ 9:00 am Thu, Jul 24 @ 9:00 am Fri, Jul 25 @ 9:00 am Mon, Jul 28 @ 9:00 am Tue, Jul 29 @ 9:00 am Wed, Jul 30 @ 9:00 am Thu, Jul 31 @ 9:00 am Fri, Aug 01 @ 9:00 am - less dates and times
Improv Camp 3rd-5th Grade, Improv Camp 6th-12th Grade, Harry Potter Camp, Disney Mini Camp, Musical Theatre Bootcamp, and Mini Production Camp!
There is something for everyone this summer at Homewood Theatre!
Improv Camp 3rd-5th Grade, Improv Camp 6th-12th Grade, Harry Potter Camp, Disney Mini Camp, Musical Theatre Bootcamp, and Mini Production Camp!
There is something for everyone this summer at Homewood Theatre!
[less-]Tags: Broadway, Camps, Classes + Workshop, Comedy, Elementary, Family + Camps, For Teens, Music, Pre-K, Pre-Teens, Summer Camps, Theatre, Art + Stage
"The Rainbow Thief” by The Story Ship
07-01-2025
07-01-2025
Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates:
Tue, Jul 01 @ 9:30 am
Tue, Jul 01 @ 11:00 am
(All Ages) Join us every Tuesday morning for a special program. Are you ready for a summer filled with magic, mystery, and vibrant colors? The Story Ship is excited to announce its captivating new show, “The Rainbow Thief.” This enchanting...
[more+](All Ages) Join us every Tuesday morning for a special program. Are you ready for a summer filled with magic, mystery, and vibrant colors? The Story Ship is excited to announce its captivating new show, “The Rainbow Thief.” This enchanting performance is a perfect fit for libraries’ summer reading theme “Color My World.” This show will keep audiences eagerly involved as they help unravel the mystery of the missing colors.
[less-]
Tags: Family + Camps, Great for Families, Libraries, Pre-K, Elementary
Game Design Boot Camp
07-01-2025
07-24-2025
Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates:
Tue, Jul 01 @ 5:00 pm
Thu, Jul 10 @ 5:00 pm
Tue, Jul 15 @ 5:00 pm
Thu, Jul 24 @ 5:00 pm - less dates and times
(Rising 6-12 Grade) We're going from designing sprites, to writing stories, to coding, and releasing an actual game this Summer! Our two pro game designers will be here to show the ropes of video game design. We will have a set of laptops...
[more+](Rising 6-12 Grade) We're going from designing sprites, to writing stories, to coding, and releasing an actual game this Summer! Our two pro game designers will be here to show the ropes of video game design. We will have a set of laptops available for use, but you can feel free to bring your own machine if you'd like. This program is a progressive series, while you do not necessarily need to be at every day, you will learn the most attending as many classes as you can. Register online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.
[less-]
Tags: For Teens, Libraries, Family + Camps
Summer Storytime
07-02-2025
07-23-2025
Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates:
Wed, Jul 02 @ 10:30 am
Wed, Jul 02 @ 3:30 pm
Wed, Jul 09 @ 10:30 am
Wed, Jul 09 @ 3:30 pm Wed, Jul 16 @ 10:30 am Wed, Jul 16 @ 3:30 pm Wed, Jul 23 @ 10:30 am Wed, Jul 23 @ 3:30 pm - less dates and times
(All Ages) Enjoy a day of interactive and movement-filled storytimes by some of your favorite librarians. We will have one in the morning and another in the afternoon to double the fun and dancing.
(All Ages) Enjoy a day of interactive and movement-filled storytimes by some of your favorite librarians. We will have one in the morning and another in the afternoon to double the fun and dancing.
[less-]Tags: Family + Camps, Great for Families, Libraries, Pre-K, Elementary
Live Yoga with Jackie Tally
07-02-2025
07-16-2025
Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates:
Wed, Jul 02 @ 3:00 pm
Wed, Jul 16 @ 3:00 pm
Yoga is an excellent way to reduce your risk of falling. Its slow, measured movements, strengthening poses and focused breathing help you to improve your balance, flexibility, stability and strength as well as giving you a sense of well-being and...
[more+]Yoga is an excellent way to reduce your risk of falling. Its slow, measured movements, strengthening poses and focused breathing help you to improve your balance, flexibility, stability and strength as well as giving you a sense of well-being and enhanced quality of life. Bring your own mat if you have one or use one of our mats. Register online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.
[less-]Tags: Libraries, Health + Wellness
Homewood Community Art Show
06-01-2025
06-30-2025
Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates:
Mon, Jun 30 @ 12:00 am
June 1-30
Why should only kids get art shows? Local artists of any medium: Bring your piece to the Adult/Teen desk during the month of June, and we'll showcase it in the Ellenburg Art Gallery during the month of July. Artists and art collectors...
[more+]June 1-30
Why should only kids get art shows? Local artists of any medium: Bring your piece to the Adult/Teen desk during the month of June, and we'll showcase it in the Ellenburg Art Gallery during the month of July. Artists and art collectors can join us on Saturday, July 26, for a reception. Please make sure all pieces submitted are PG-13. 3-D art, fabric arts, paintings, and everything else is welcome! Check out our website for the application form at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.
[less-]Tags: Libraries, Visual Arts, Art + Stage
Story Drama with Homewood Theatre
06-30-2025
06-30-2025
Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates:
Mon, Jun 30 @ 3:30 pm
(Rising K-Grade 5) Join us for a story time like no other! We will read one of our favorite children\'s books with pre, during, and post drama activities to act our story out and use our imagination. Register online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.
(Rising K-Grade 5) Join us for a story time like no other! We will read one of our favorite children\'s books with pre, during, and post drama activities to act our story out and use our imagination. Register online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.
[less-]Tags: Family + Camps, Libraries, Elementary
Wicked Good Sing-Along
06-30-2025
06-30-2025
Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates:
Mon, Jun 30 @ 6:00 pm
(13+) Theaters didn't let you sing in their showing of Wicked? Don't worry, we don't mind! Let loose your witchy vocals at this sing-along showing of the Wicked movie. Leave with some wicked-cute swag at the end of the film. Show up in your most...
[more+](13+) Theaters didn't let you sing in their showing of Wicked? Don't worry, we don't mind! Let loose your witchy vocals at this sing-along showing of the Wicked movie. Leave with some wicked-cute swag at the end of the film. Show up in your most bewitching pink or green outfit! This is a free event. Register online at www.homewoodpubliclibrary.org.
[less-]Tags: Film, Libraries, Books + Film
Homewood Theatre Summer Camps
06-02-2025
08-02-2025
Presented by Homewood Theatre at Homewood Theatre, Homewood
Upcoming Dates:
Tue, Jul 01 @ 9:00 am
Wed, Jul 02 @ 9:00 am
Thu, Jul 03 @ 9:00 am
Fri, Jul 04 @ 9:00 am Mon, Jul 07 @ 9:00 am Tue, Jul 08 @ 9:00 am Wed, Jul 09 @ 9:00 am Thu, Jul 10 @ 9:00 am Fri, Jul 11 @ 9:00 am Mon, Jul 14 @ 9:00 am Tue, Jul 15 @ 9:00 am Wed, Jul 16 @ 9:00 am Thu, Jul 17 @ 9:00 am Fri, Jul 18 @ 9:00 am Mon, Jul 21 @ 9:00 am Tue, Jul 22 @ 9:00 am Wed, Jul 23 @ 9:00 am Thu, Jul 24 @ 9:00 am Fri, Jul 25 @ 9:00 am Mon, Jul 28 @ 9:00 am Tue, Jul 29 @ 9:00 am Wed, Jul 30 @ 9:00 am Thu, Jul 31 @ 9:00 am Fri, Aug 01 @ 9:00 am - less dates and times
Improv Camp 3rd-5th Grade, Improv Camp 6th-12th Grade, Harry Potter Camp, Disney Mini Camp, Musical Theatre Bootcamp, and Mini Production Camp!
There is something for everyone this summer at Homewood Theatre!
Improv Camp 3rd-5th Grade, Improv Camp 6th-12th Grade, Harry Potter Camp, Disney Mini Camp, Musical Theatre Bootcamp, and Mini Production Camp!
There is something for everyone this summer at Homewood Theatre!
[less-]Tags: Broadway, Camps, Classes + Workshop, Comedy, Elementary, Family + Camps, For Teens, Music, Pre-K, Pre-Teens, Summer Camps, Theatre, Art + Stage
"The Rainbow Thief” by The Story Ship
07-01-2025
07-01-2025
Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates:
Tue, Jul 01 @ 9:30 am
Tue, Jul 01 @ 11:00 am
(All Ages) Join us every Tuesday morning for a special program. Are you ready for a summer filled with magic, mystery, and vibrant colors? The Story Ship is excited to announce its captivating new show, “The Rainbow Thief.” This enchanting...
[more+](All Ages) Join us every Tuesday morning for a special program. Are you ready for a summer filled with magic, mystery, and vibrant colors? The Story Ship is excited to announce its captivating new show, “The Rainbow Thief.” This enchanting performance is a perfect fit for libraries’ summer reading theme “Color My World.” This show will keep audiences eagerly involved as they help unravel the mystery of the missing colors.
[less-]
Tags: Family + Camps, Great for Families, Libraries, Pre-K, Elementary
Game Design Boot Camp
07-01-2025
07-24-2025
Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates:
Tue, Jul 01 @ 5:00 pm
Thu, Jul 10 @ 5:00 pm
Tue, Jul 15 @ 5:00 pm
Thu, Jul 24 @ 5:00 pm - less dates and times
(Rising 6-12 Grade) We're going from designing sprites, to writing stories, to coding, and releasing an actual game this Summer! Our two pro game designers will be here to show the ropes of video game design. We will have a set of laptops...
[more+](Rising 6-12 Grade) We're going from designing sprites, to writing stories, to coding, and releasing an actual game this Summer! Our two pro game designers will be here to show the ropes of video game design. We will have a set of laptops available for use, but you can feel free to bring your own machine if you'd like. This program is a progressive series, while you do not necessarily need to be at every day, you will learn the most attending as many classes as you can. Register online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.
[less-]
Tags: For Teens, Libraries, Family + Camps
Summer Storytime
07-02-2025
07-23-2025
Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates:
Wed, Jul 02 @ 10:30 am
Wed, Jul 02 @ 3:30 pm
Wed, Jul 09 @ 10:30 am
Wed, Jul 09 @ 3:30 pm Wed, Jul 16 @ 10:30 am Wed, Jul 16 @ 3:30 pm Wed, Jul 23 @ 10:30 am Wed, Jul 23 @ 3:30 pm - less dates and times
(All Ages) Enjoy a day of interactive and movement-filled storytimes by some of your favorite librarians. We will have one in the morning and another in the afternoon to double the fun and dancing.
(All Ages) Enjoy a day of interactive and movement-filled storytimes by some of your favorite librarians. We will have one in the morning and another in the afternoon to double the fun and dancing.
[less-]Tags: Family + Camps, Great for Families, Libraries, Pre-K, Elementary
Live Yoga with Jackie Tally
07-02-2025
07-16-2025
Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates:
Wed, Jul 02 @ 3:00 pm
Wed, Jul 16 @ 3:00 pm
Yoga is an excellent way to reduce your risk of falling. Its slow, measured movements, strengthening poses and focused breathing help you to improve your balance, flexibility, stability and strength as well as giving you a sense of well-being and...
[more+]Yoga is an excellent way to reduce your risk of falling. Its slow, measured movements, strengthening poses and focused breathing help you to improve your balance, flexibility, stability and strength as well as giving you a sense of well-being and enhanced quality of life. Bring your own mat if you have one or use one of our mats. Register online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.
[less-]