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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Birmingham public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
US 78 / Continental Gin corridor redesign grant
The city sought to apply for a $2 million state grant — with no local match — to redesign the US 78 (3rd Avenue South) stretch in front of Continental Gin.
Box culvert emergency repair on 66th Street South
An emergency contract up to $119,200 with Gillespie Construction would repair a failing box culvert wall under 66th Street South near Interlaken Avenue — repairs that grew more extensive than first expected.
$17 million BJCTA transit agreement
The council was to fund a full year of bus, paratransit, Via on-demand rides, and BRT service — $17 million total. This is how thousands of riders get to work, school, and appointments.
Citywide street resurfacing
Bids would fund the Norwood streetscape project at 12th Avenue North ($50,295) and citywide traffic calming ($47,872).
Ensley 19th Street improvement grant
A $2.7 million ALDOT grant would fund paving, sidewalks, curbs, gutters and storm drainage on 19th Street in Ensley from Ensley Avenue to Bush Boulevard.
Woodlawn–Trussville railroad crossing closures (REDESIGN Alabama / CRISI)
Blocked railroad crossings between Woodlawn and Trussville have frustrated drivers for years. Under the ratified agreement, at-grade crossings will be closed and alternative routes built, funded largely by an $8 million federal grant with Norfolk Southern paying $1.5 million and each city $250,000.
Grants Mill Road bridge emergency repair
An emergency contract will immediately fix the Grants Mill Road bridge over the lake for about $194,000.
$10M pedestrian-safety signal grant application
The city will chase a $10 million federal grant to modernize traffic signals in the most walkable parts of town with accessible push buttons, better pedestrian signals, and high-visibility crosswalks. The city's share would be 20% if awarded.
Pratt Highway bridge right-of-way acquisitions
The city is using eminent domain to secure land it needs to replace the Pratt Highway bridge in Pratt City. Affected property owners at 637 Pratt Highway and 505 Morgan Street will receive condemnation proceedings.