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Topics getting the most attention in Birmingham public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.

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HighRoads

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.

1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 27, 2026

HighRoads

$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.

2 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 20, 2026

HighRoads

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.

5 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 20, 2026