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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Birmingham public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Workforce development for underserved residents
Birmingham Corps would get up to $75,000 to offer free career coaching and job-placement services to underserved residents.
Sale of 11 acres in Daniel Payne Industrial Park
The city is considering selling about 11 acres to Scannell Properties for roughly $495,000, to be developed into a 50,000-square-foot office and warehouse facility — new jobs and investment in the industrial park.
Thornton Enterprises job retention loan
The city is lending up to $100,000 — forgivable if goals are met — to help Thornton Enterprises add 10 jobs and improve its facilities.