Meeting Agenda for October 2024

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1. Present October 2024 Agenda

2. Read September 2024 Meeting Minutes

3. New Business

  • Approve October 2024 Agenda

  • Approve meeting minutes for September 2024

4. Reports

  • Officer Reports

    • On Election Day (November 5), LIME is offering two free 30-minute rides with the code VOTE2024 to help people easily get to voting locations and polling places.

    • City of Birmingham’s 2024 Harvest Festival on Thursday, Oct. 31 from 5:30-8 p.m. on Short 20th Street. This FREE family-friendly event is themed Inside Out from the popular movie. There will be inflatables, carnival rides, candy and game stations, food trucks, and more. This event is free and catered to kids ages 2-12. Go to birminghamal.gov/familyfun for other harvest festival/Halloween events around town. 

    • Next CSNA Meeting (November 25th) will be a potluck

  • CRR - Whitney Mullen

  • CAB - Elizabeth Murray

5. City Representatives

  • City Council Representatives

    • Hunter Williams, Councilor, District 2

    • Valerie A. Abbott, Councilor, District 3

  • School Board

    • Neonta Williams, District 2

    • Mary Boehm, District 3

6. Announcements

  • Brush pickup dates - TBD

  • Recycling pickup dates - November 6th, November 20th

  • Next meeting - November 25th (this meeting will be a potluck)

Meeting Agenda for September 2024

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1. Present September 2024 Agenda

2. Read August 2024 Meeting Minutes

3. New Business

  • Approve September 2024 Agenda

  • Approve meeting minutes for August 2024

4. Reports

  • Officer Reports

  • CAB - Elizabeth Murray

5. City Representatives

  • City Council Representatives

    • Hunter Williams, Councilor, District 2

    • Valerie A. Abbott, Councilor, District 3

  • School Board

    • Neonta Williams, District 2

    • Mary Boehm, District 3

6. Announcements

  • Brush pickup dates - TBD

  • Recycling pickup dates - October 2nd, October 16th

  • Next meeting - October 28

Meeting Minutes for September 2024

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Present September 2024 Agenda

  • Sep 23, 2024 agenda was presented to meeting attendees.

Read August 2024 Meeting Minutes

  • Aug 26, 2024 meeting minutes were read to meeting attendees.

New Business

  • Approve Aug 26, 2024 Agenda

    • Motion to approve the agenda for the Aug 26, 2024 neighborhood association meeting was made by Rebecca Hanson and seconded by Renee Tucker.

      • Motion was approved by unanimous consent.

  • Approve meeting minutes for Jul 22, 2024

    • Motion to approve minutes was made by Rebecca Hanson and seconded by Renee Tucker.

      • Motion was approved by unanimous consent.

Reports

  • Officer Reports

    • Neighborhood Cleanup: Saturday, September 28th from 9-11 AM

      • Those interested in participating can meet behind the Family Leisure on the corner of Crestwood Blvd and Oporto-Madrid at 7701 Ludington Ln.

      • For questions contact marybeth.nicodemus@gmail.com.

    • Southern Area Framework Plan Zoning Update

      • VP Liz Murray attended a SAF Plan zoning meeting where zoning shared proposed zones

      • No major changes, most areas are down zoning.

        • ex Waldorf or Girls Inc - These are examples of legal non-conforming use but if they ever leave their current locations, the zoning of the parcel changes to residential.

      • Community Rezoning Plans

      • Crestwood Rezoning Map

    • Neighborhood Officer Elections

      • Due to ongoing legal matters regarding the 2022 neighborhood officer election, the 2024 election cycle will be delayed.

      • To ensure continuity across the 99 neighborhood associations, Community Resource Services has requested notification of any current vacancies due to death or resignation. They also ask that current officers remain in their positions until the election cycle is completed.

        • Camille and Kayla plan to resign, Liz is evaluating and has not yet come to a decision.

      • Any vacancies due to resignation will be filled as per Section VI (D) of the Citizen’s Participation Plan (CPP): Special Elections to Fill Vacancies:

        • If the president’s position becomes vacant, the vice president will automatically assume the role.

        • Vacancies for vice president or secretary will be filled through an election by secret ballot, conducted by the president. The president must notify the Community Resource Services Division of the election results within 48 hours.

  • Fire

    • Not present.

  • Police - Regina Mills, Crime Prevention Officer for East Precinct

    • Not present.

    • To contact Ms. Mills, call (205) 933-4110.

  • CRR

    • Not present.

  • CAB - Liz Murray

    • Short Term Rentals

      • Vote at CAB passed to recommend no short term rentals in the city of Birmingham.

      • Scott Burnett and Ryan Andrews shared their perspective and experience as owners of a residence they use as a short term rental to meeting attendees. They shared their opposition to an outright ban of short term rentals and instead promoted sensible regulations such as paid permits.

City Representatives

  • City Council Representatives

    • Hunter Williams, Councilor, District 2 (Represented by India Bailey)

      • The Station at Crestline Construction

        • Several neighbors raised concerns about effects of construction for The Station at Crestline, including cement being spilled onto Clairmont Ave and 52nd Street S.

      • Crestwood Pool

        • Luke Hanson raised concern again that the pool at Crestwood Park. Ms. Bailey confirmed she relayed his request and was told it would be drained in October.

        • VP Liz Murray will follow up.

    • Valerie A. Abbott, Councilor, District 3

      • No additional reports.

  • School Board

  • Neonta Williams, District 2

    • Not present.

  • Mary Boehm, District 3

    • Not Present

Announcements

  • Brush pickup dates - TBA

  • Recycling pickup dates - Sep 11, 2024 and Sep 18, 2024

  • Next meeting - Sep 23, 2024

Meeting Minutes for August 2024

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Present August 2024 Agenda

  • Aug 26, 2024 agenda was presented to meeting attendees.

Read June 2024 Meeting Minutes

  • Jul 22, 2024 meeting minutes were read to meeting attendees.

New Business

  • Approve Aug 26, 2024 Agenda

    • Motion to approve the agenda for the Aug 26, 2024 neighborhood association meeting was made by Rebecca Hanson and seconded by Renee Tucker.

      • Motion was approved by unanimous consent.

  • Approve meeting minutes for Jul 22, 2024

    • Motion to approve minutes was made by Rebecca Hanson and seconded by Renee Tucker.

      • Motion was approved by unanimous consent.

Reports

  • Officer Reports

    • Free Recycling Carts

    • The City of Birmingham is offering free recycling carts for residents of Birmingham living in single-family homes or multi-dwelling units with fewer than four units.

    • Residents can submit an interest form to receive a free recycling cart here.

      • Due to high demand, there is currently a waiting list but residents can continue to put out their recycling as they currently do today until they are provided an update from the City.

  • Fire

    • Not present.

  • Police - Regina Mills, Crime Prevention Officer for East Precinct

    • Not present.

    • To contact Ms. Mills, call (205) 933-4110.

  • CRR

    • Not present.

  • CAB - Liz Murray

    • Short-term Rentals Resolution

      • Highland Park Neighborhood Association shared a resolution they recently passed recommending the City pass an ordinance prohibiting the operation of short-term rental properties in all residential zoning districts within the city limits.

      • HPNA CAB proposed sharing the resolution at other Birmingham neighborhood meetings in order for residents to vote on neighborhood opinion of the resolution.

        • Councilor Abbott encouraged the neighborhood association to consider sharing an opinion on the resolution via a neighborhood vote.

      • Meeting attendees discussed both the pros and cons of long term rentals and whether to take action as a neighborhood during the August 2024 neighborhood meeting. No motion was made to vote on an opinion for the resolution.

    • Animal Control

      • Birmingham is the 4th largest number of stray intake in the United States.

    • Neighborhood Elections

      • There will not be neighborhood elections for the 2025-2029 term.

    • Academy of Civic Engagement

      • Applications for the Fall 2024 Academy of Civic Engagement are now open.

      • ACE is a City of Birmingham initiative with the central goal of getting residents directly involved and engaged with their local municipal government. ACE wants to prepare residents to go out into their communities to act, serve, and lead.

      • Citizens interested in participating can sign up on the City’s website: https://www.birminghamal.gov/ace 

    • Southern Area Rezoning Meeting - October 9th at 6:00 PM, Highland Park Golf Club

      • Birmingham City Planning, Engineering, and Permits staff will be seeking a vote to proceed with the rezoning process for the Southern Area.

      • Following this meeting, Planning, Engineering, and Permits will move to the Zoning Advisory Committee (ZAC) for their recommendation on the proposed rezoning.

City Representatives

  • City Council Representatives

    • Hunter Williams, Councilor, District 2 (Represented by India Bailey)

      • Recycling with new bins starts September 11, 2024.

        • Confirmed glass is not allowed for pick up.

      • Luke Hanson requested the City prioritize draining the pool at Crestwood park.

    • Valerie A. Abbott, Councilor, District 3

      • No additional reports.

  • School Board

  • Neonta Williams, District 2

    • Not present.

  • Mary Boehm, District 3

    • BCS Budget

      • Holding two public budget hearings on September 5th and 10th at 4:30 PM before the budget is adopted for next year.

    • BCS Policy Committee Meeting Topics

      • Cell phone Policy

      • Policy around Val and Sal - Guidelines - particularly as it relates to students who finish early

      • Cameras in self- contained classrooms

      • The Teacher Bill of Rights is next for committee consideration.

    • Intersessions

      • Data from PARCA showed that 3 week-long intersessions are working to improve student achievement - especially in elementary grades - so they will be continued this school year.

    • After-School Care

      • With the ending of ESSR, BCS will no longer provide no-cost/free after school care for students.

      • However, Childcare Central, a program through DHR, has funds that can significantly reduce the cost of after school care for families who meet the income eligibility requirements.

    • Monthly District Wide Principals Meetings

      • Fosters consistency in educational practices and outcomes AND give Principals an opportunity to provide honest feedback to the district.

Announcements

  • Brush pickup dates - TBA

  • Recycling pickup dates - Sep 11, 2024 and Sep 18, 2024

  • Next meeting - Sep 23, 2024

Meeting Agenda for August 2024

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1. Present August 2024 Agenda

2. Read June 2024 Meeting Minutes

3. New Business

  • Approve August 2024 Agenda

  • Approve meeting minutes for July 2024

4. Reports

  • Officer Reports

  • CAB - Elizabeth Murray

5. City Representatives

  • City Council Representatives

    • Hunter Williams, Councilor, District 2

    • Valerie A. Abbott, Councilor, District 3

  • School Board

    • Neonta Williams, District 2

    • Mary Boehm, District 3

6. Announcements

  • Brush pickup dates - TBD

  • Recycling pickup dates - September 4, September 18

  • Next meeting - October 28

Meeting Agenda for July 2024

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1. Present July 2024 Agenda

2. Read June 2024 Meeting Minutes

3. New Business

4. Reports

  • Officer Reports

    • Public Hearing for Proposed Revisions to Jefferson County Board of Health Air Pollution Control Regulations - July 29, 2024 at 10 AM at the Central Health Center in the Basement Training Room

  • Fire

  • Police

  • CRR

  • CAB - Elizabeth Murray

5. City Representatives

  • City Council Representatives

    • Hunter Williams, Councilor, District 2

    • Valerie A. Abbott, Councilor, District 3

  • School Board

    • Neonta Williams, District 2

    • Mary Boehm, District 3

6. Announcements

  • Brush pickup dates - TBD

  • Recycling pickup dates - August 7th, August 21st

  • Next meeting - August 26th

Meeting Minutes for July 2024

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Present July 2024 Agenda

  • Jul 22, 2024 agenda was presented to meeting attendees.

Read June 2024 Meeting Minutes

  • Jun 24, 2024 meeting minutes were read to meeting attendees.

New Business

  • Approve Jul 22, 2024 Agenda

    • Motion to approve the agenda for the Jul 22, 2024 neighborhood association meeting was made by Renee Tucker and seconded by Scott Phillips.

      • Motion was approved by unanimous consent.

  • Approve meeting minutes for Jun 24, 2024

    • Motion to approve Jun 24, 2024 minutes was made by Renee Tucker and seconded by Caroline Phillips.

      • Motion was approved by unanimous consent.

  • Variance Request (ZBA2024-47) - 5624 11th Avenue South

    • Variance applicants, Scott and Caroline Phillips, are enclosing their garage to create an additional bedroom. They are seeking a variance to allow this update to their residence.

    • Motion to approve variance request ZBA2024-47 was made by Brook Atkinson and seconded by Renee Tucker.

      • Motion was approved by unanimous consent.

Reports

  • Officer Reports

    • Public Hearing for Proposed Revisions to Jefferson County Board of Health Air Pollution Control Regulations - Jul 29, 2024 10:00 AM at the Central Health Center in the Basement Training Room

  • Fire

    • Not present.

  • Police - Regina Mills, Crime Prevention Officer for East Precinct

  • Not present.

  • To contact Ms. Mills, call (205) 933-4110.

  • CRR

    • Not present.

  • CAB - Liz Murray

    • CAB members discussed the recent shootings that occurred the week of July.

    • Honored the recent passing of Ellen Spencer of the Pratt City Neighborhood Association. 

    • NUSA board shared updates related to the upcoming conference.

City Representatives

  • City Council Representatives

    • Hunter Williams, Councilor, District 2 (Represented by India Bailey)

      • Sidewalks 

        • Councilor William continues to support efforts to increase the number of sidewalks in his district.

        • Councilor Williams is driving efforts to connect more sidewalks to the Clairmont Walking Trail.

          • This will be a long term project addressed in phases and is currently in the design phase where surveys are being done to determine how to implement new sidewalks.

          • Targeting late 2024, early 2025 to begin construction.

      • Short-term Rentals

        • New zoning regulations being considered to short term rentals, like AirBnbs.

        • Proposed amendments are available here.

    • Valerie A. Abbott, Councilor, District 3

      • Not present.

  • School Board

  • Neonta Williams, District 2

    • Not present.

  • Mary Boehm, District 3

    • Summer School 2024

      • Recently finished Summer school period with 5000 students enrolled.

    • School Registration

      • Many children do not register for school until the first day of school.

      • Register for Success is an effort led by the School Board to help encourage more registrations before the start of the school year.

    • Hiring

      • Additional hiring taking place to ensure schools are properly staffed.

    • ARPA

      • High dosage tutoring 

      • Jones Valley teaching farm expanding into two additional schools with a designated farmer at each school

      • Virtual Reading program expanding to middle and high school

      • Character Strong - mental health training

Announcements

  • Upcoming Bulk Trash & Brush Pickup - 

  • Curbside Recycling Pickup - 

  • Next Meeting - August 26, 2024

Meeting Minutes for June 2024

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1. Present June 2024 Agenda

  • June 2024 agenda was presented to meeting attendees.

2. Read May 2024 Meeting Minutes

  • May 2024 meeting minutes were read to meeting attendees.

3. New Business

  • Approve June 2024 Agenda

    • Motion to approve the agenda for the June 24, 2024 neighborhood association meeting was made by Annie Wright and seconded by Timothy Hall.

      • Motion was approved by unanimous consent.

  • Approve meeting minutes for April 2024

    • Motion to approve minutes was made by Renee Tucker and seconded by Timothy Hall.

      • Motion was approved by unanimous consent.

4. Reports

  • Officer Reports

    • No reports from officers for this meeting.

  • Fire

    • Not present.

  • Police - Regina Mills, Crime Prevention Officer for East Precinct

  • Not present.

  • To contact Ms. Mills, call (205) 933-4110.

  • CRR

    • Not present.

  • CAB - Liz Murray

    • During the most recent meeting, the CAB solicited high priority issues from members. Vice President Murray shared a variety of items brought forward by other community members, such as grass cutting and herbicide distribution, neighbors putting bulk trash out after pick up dates, and 18 wheeler trucks driving through neighborhood areas.

    • Mayor Woodfin also attended the meeting and relayed recent crime stats to attendees.

      • Mayor Woodfin described a new program the City is exploring that reduces the number of entrances and exits within neighborhoods experiencing high volumes of crimes.

      • Vice President Murray reported to CAB and the Mayor about providing neighborhood associations with funding and resources to restart monthly mailed newsletters.

5. City Representatives

  • City Council Representatives

    • Hunter Williams, Councilor, District 2

      • Not present.

    • Valerie A. Abbott, Councilor, District 3

      • Not present.

  • School Board

  • Neonta Williams, District 2

    • Not present.

  • Mary Boehm, District 3

    • Ms. Boehm shared recent stats on reported reading levels for Birmingham City School students. 

    • 2023-2024 School Year Graduation

      • Ms. Boehm highlighted successes from recent Birmingham City School graduates, including awarded scholarship totals, and military enlistment.

6. Announcements

  • Upcoming Bulk Trash & Brush Pickup - TBD

  • Curbside Recycling Pickup - July 3rd, July 17th

  • Next Meeting - July 22, 2024

Note: President Camille Worthington was not present for the meeting and her absence was excused.

Meeting Agenda for June 2024

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  1. Present June 2024 Agenda

  2. Read May 2024 Meeting Minutes

  3. New Business

    • Approve June 2024 Agenda

    • Approve meeting minutes for May 2024

  4. Reports

    • Officer Reports

    • Fire

    • Police

    • Public Works - Arthur Wilder

    • CRR

    • CAB - Elizabeth Murray

  5. City Representatives

    • City Council Representatives

      • Hunter Williams, Councilor, District 2

      • Valerie A. Abbott, Councilor, District 3

    • School Board

      • Neonta Williams, District 2

      • Mary Boehm, District 3

  6. Announcements

    • Brush pickup dates - TBA

    • Recycling pickup dates - July 3rd, 17th

    • Next meeting - July 22nd

Meeting Agenda for April 2024

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  1. Present April 2024 Agenda

  2. Read March 2024 Meeting Minutes

  3. New Business

    • Approve April 2024 Agenda

    • Approve meeting minutes for March 2024

  4. Reports

    • Officer Reports

      • Avondale After School Clubs Showcase- May 14th @ 6pm at Avondale School Gym

      • Birmingham Folk Festival returns to Avondale Park on Saturday, May 4th, 11am to 7pm, for a FREE

    • Fire

    • Police

    • Public Works - Arthur Wilder

    • CRR - Harold Houston

    • CAB - Elizabeth Murray

  5. City Representatives

    • City Council Representatives

      • Hunter Williams, Councilor, District 2

      • Valerie A. Abbott, Councilor, District 3

    • School Board

      • Neonta Williams, District 2

      • Mary Boehm, District 3

  6. Announcements

    • Brush pickup dates - TBD

    • Recycling pickup dates - May 1st, May 15th

    • Next meeting - June 24th

Meeting Minutes for April 2024

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  • Present April 2024 Agenda

    • April 2024 agenda was presented to meeting attendees.

  • Read March 2024 Meeting Minutes

    • March 2024 meeting minutes were read to meeting attendees.

  • New Business

    • Approve April 2024 Agenda

      • Motion to approve the agenda for the April 22, 2024 Crestwood South Neighborhood Association meeting was made by Timothy Hall and seconded by Rebecca Rogers.

        • Motion was approved by unanimous consent.

    • Approve meeting minutes for March 2024

      • Motion to approve minutes was made by Timothy Hall and seconded by Rebecca Rogers.

        • Motion was approved by unanimous consent.

  • Reports

    • Officer Reports

      • Avondale After School Clubs Showcase 

        • Avondale After School Clubs will be hosting a showcase in which some of the clubs will perform (drama, music, ballet) and others will be highlighted.

        • Showcase will be held May 14th @ 6pm at Avondale School Gym.

      • Birmingham Folk Festival

    • Fire

      • Not present.

    • Police

      • Not present.

      • To contact the Crime Prevention Officer for East Precinct, call (205) 933-4110.

    • Public Works - Arthur Wilder

      • Not present.

      • To report public works issues to Mr. Wilder call 205-254-2061 or email arthur.wilder2@birminghamal.gov.

    • CRR - Harold Houston

      • David Martorana requested a follow up on a previously submitted 311 request regarding the school crosswalk at the intersection of Art Hanes Blvd and Montclair Blvd.

        • Mr. Houston recorded the request number for follow up.

      • To report missed bulk trash pick up, call 205-254-2061.

      • To report neighborhood issues to Mr. Houston, call 205-254-2523 or email harold.houston@birminghamal.gov.

    • CAB - Liz Murray

      • No update.

  • City Representatives

    City Council Representatives

    • Hunter Williams, Councilor, District 2

      • Councilor Williams’ office will be transferring $2000.00 to the neighborhood’s fund. This allocation has been voted on and approved by the City Council.

        • With network outages with the City, there may be a delay on when this amount may be deposited in the neighborhood’s account.

      • Clairmont Walking Trail

        • Councilor Williams described upcoming improvements planned for the Clairmont Walking Trail.

        • These updates will improve the connection between Crestwood South and neighboring communities.

      • Traffic Calming Requests

        • Jennifer Knott asked about the application process for requesting traffic calming efforts.

        • Councilor Williams described the current process for how citizens can submit requests for traffic calming.

        • The City website outlines this process further: https://www.birminghamal.gov/transportation/traffic-calming/ 

    • Valerie A. Abbott, Councilor, District 3

      • No items of note on the upcoming Council agenda.

  • School Board

    • Neonta Williams, District 2

      • Not present.

    • Mary Boehm, District 3

      • Teacher of the Year

      • Pathways to Professional Nursing Program

        • Birmingham City Schools recently launched the new Pathways to Professional Nursing program in partnership with the UAB School of Nursing. 

        • Scholars in the program earn patient care technician certification that will enable them to enter the healthcare workforce after graduation or continue their education in the field.

        • Access to Pathways to Professional Nursing will expand to students at Ramsay, Wenonah, and Woodlawn next school year.

  • Announcements

    • Upcoming Bulk Trash & Brush Pickup - TBD

    • Curbside Recycling Pickup - May 1st, May 15th

    • Next meeting - June 24th

Meeting Minutes for March 2024

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  1. Present March 2024 Agenda

    • March 2024 agenda was presented to meeting attendees.

  2. Read February 2024 Meeting Minutes

    • February 2024 meeting minutes were read to meeting attendees.

  3. New Business

    • Approve February 2024 Agenda

      • Motion to approve the agenda for the March 25, 2024 neighborhood association meeting was made by Annie Wright and seconded by Jenny Knott.

        • Motion was approved by unanimous consent.

    • Approve meeting minutes for February 2024

      • Motion to approve minutes was made by Renee Tucker and seconded by Debbie Purcell.

        • Motion was approved by unanimous consent.

  4. Presentations

    • Thank You letter from Virginia Volker

      • A thank you letter from Virginia Volker was read aloud for the event held in her honor March 21, 2024.

  5. Reports

    • Officer Reports

      • No CSNA Meeting in May

        • The CSNA will not meet in the month of May due to the Memorial Day holiday.

    • Fire

      • Not present.

    • Police

      • To contact the Crime Prevention Officer for East Precinct, call (205) 933-4110.

    • Public Works - Arthur Wilder

      • Not present.

      • To report public works issues to Mr. Wilder call 205-254-2061 or email arthur.wilder2@birminghamal.gov.

    • CRR - Harold Houston

      • Neighborhood account balance is currently $17,497.79.

      • To report missed bulk trash pick up, call 205-254-2061.

      • To report neighborhood issues to Mr. Houston, call 205-254-2523 or email harold.houston@birminghamal.gov.

    • CAB - Liz Murray

      • City of Birmingham Budget, Income & Expenditures

        • 79.7% of the general fund comes from business licenses and taxes. And only 6.9% comes from property tax.

        • The annual fiscal year for the city: it's July 1 to June 30th

        • Of the whole budget, 76% goes to personnel, which is about average.

      • Birmingham Spotlight: https://www.birminghamal.gov/magiccityspotlight

      • The city makes 26 million on the Magic City Classic.

  6. City Representatives

    • City Council Representatives

      • Hunter Williams, Councilor, District 2 (Represented by India Bailey)

        • Councilor Williams’ office will be transferring $2000.00 to the neighborhood’s fund.

        • Neighbors asked about gunshots & noise in the neighborhood, especially coming from Crestwood North. Ms. Bailey advised to call 911 if anyone hears gunshots.

      • Valerie A. Abbott, Councilor, District 3

        • Not present.

    • School Board

    • Neonta Williams, District 2

      • Not present.

    • Mary Boehm, District 3

      • Not present.

  7. Announcements

    • Upcoming Bulk Trash & Brush Pickup - TBD

    • Recycling pickup dates - April 3rd, April 17th

    • Next meeting - April 22, 2024

Meeting Minutes for February 2024

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  1. Present February 2024 Agenda

    • February 2024 agenda was presented to meeting attendees.

  2. Read January 2024 Meeting Minutes

    • January 2024 meeting minutes were read to meeting attendees.

  3. New Business

    • Approve February 2024 Agenda

      • Motion to approve the agenda for the February 26, 2024 neighborhood association meeting was made by Luke Hansen and seconded by Jenny Knott.

        • Motion was approved by unanimous consent.

    • Approve meeting minutes for January 2024

      • Motion to approve minutes was made by Rebecca Rogers and seconded by Charles Worthington.

        • Motion was approved by unanimous consent.

    • Motion to deviate from the agenda.

      • Motion to deviate from the agenda and briefly suspend the meeting for Lakita Hall-Wright to speak to the neighborhood about her candidacy was made by Jenny Knott and seconded by Rebecca.

        • Motion was approved by unanimous consent.

    • Motion to resume the meeting.

      • Motion to resume the meeting and continue in accordance with the approved agenda was made by Rebecca Rogers and seconded by Luke Hansen.

        • Motion was approved by unanimous consent.

  4. Presentations

    • Brian Fisher - Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) Coordinator with Community Bank

      • Community Credit Class partnering with Birmingham United Way teaching free financial literacy classes. Participants receive a certificate offering an account in order to build credit.

    • Jenny Knott - Clairmont Walking Trail Safe Approach Project

      • Ms. Knott presented traffic calming suggestions for Clairmont Walking Trail.

        • Ms. Knott is proposing additional signage and pedestrian road paintings surrounding the north-eastern trailhead of the Clairmont Walking Trail.

        • Neighbors who are interested in supporting this effort can contact Ms. Knott at jenniferknott007@gmail.com.

  5. Reports

    • Officer Reports

      • Reception to Honor Virginia Volker - March 21st at 6 PM at the Levite Jewish Community Center

      • Crestwood Blvd Litter Cleanup - Saturday, March 16th from 9-11am

        • Meet at corner of Crestwood Blvd & Cresthill Rd

        • Trash bags, grabbers, and gloves will be provided

      • Blood Drive -  Wednesday, Feb. 28 at the Boutwell Auditorium from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

        • To register visit www.redcrossblood.org; look for “Find My Drive” and enter code: BHM; select an available time slot to sign up.

      • Birmingham Planning Commission Meeting - Wednesday, March 6th at 8:30am at Birmingham City Hall, 3rd Floor, City Council Chambers

    • Fire

      • Not present.

    • Police - Officer Coleman, Birmingham Police Department East Precinct

      • Officer Coleman shared recent crime stats for the city of Birmingham and the east precinct.

      • Officer Coleman noted that home security cameras often aid officers in solving open cases.

      • To contact the Crime Prevention Officer for East Precinct, call (205) 933-4110.

    • Public Works - Arthur Wilder

      • Not present.

      • To report public works issues to Mr. Wilder call 205-254-2061 or email arthur.wilder2@birminghamal.gov.

    • CRR - Harold Houston

      • Neighborhood account balance is currently $17,497.79.

      • Mr. Houston shared code enforcement brochures to meeting attendees.

        • Coffee with Code Enforcement event taking place February 29th at 10 AM at Central Park Recreation Center.

      • Police Code Enforcement Citations

        • Mr. Houston noted that police officers will now be involved with executing code enforcement fines to offenders.

      • To report neighborhood issues to Mr. Houston, call 205-254-2523 or email harold.houston@birminghamal.gov.

    • CAB - Liz Murray

      • Next CAB meeting will be open to the public State of the Budget, third Monday in march

      • Recycling Updates

        • Recycling pilot program is no longer active to residents who previously received blue bins from the City. The City will continue regular recycling pick up every first and third Wednesday of the month.

  6. City Representatives

    • City Council Representatives

      • Hunter Williams, Councilor, District 2 (Represented by India Bailey)

        • Clairmont Walking Trail

          • Ms. Bailey described “Phase III” of upcoming improvements to the Clairmont Walking Trail.

          • Additional sidewalks will be installed. Crestwood South residents can expect a mailer that will provide more information.

      • Valerie A. Abbott, Councilor, District 3

        • Not present.

    • School Board

    • Neonta Williams, District 2

      • Not present.

    • Mary Boehm, District 3

      • Not present.

  7. Announcements

    • Upcoming Bulk Trash & Brush Pickup - TBD

    • Recycling pickup dates - March 6th, March 20th

    • Next meeting - March 25th

Meeting Agenda for February 2024

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I. Present February 2024 Agenda

II. Read January 2024 Meeting Minutes

III. New Business

  • Approve February 2024 Agenda

  • Approve meeting minutes for January 2024

IV. Presentations

  • Brian Fisher - Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) Coordinator with Community Bank

  • Jenny Knott - Clairmont Walking Trail Safe Approach Project

V. Reports

  • Officer Reports

    • Reception to Honor Virginia Volker

    • Crestwood Blvd Litter Cleanup - Saturday, March 16th from 9-11am

    • Blood Drive - Wednesday, Feb. 28 at the Boutwell Auditorium from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

      • To register visit www.redcrossblood.org; look for “Find My Drive” and enter code: BHM; select an available time slot to sign up. *Presenting donors will receive an e-gift card, a Red Cross Shirt, and more treats to be announced!*

    • Birmingham Planning Commission Meeting - Wednesday, March 6th at 8:30am at Birmingham City Hall, 3rd Floor, City Council Chambers

  • Fire

  • Police

  • Public Works - Arthur Wilder

  • CRR - Harold Houston

  • CAB - Elizabeth Murray

VII. City Representatives

  • City Council Representatives

    • Hunter Williams, Councilor, District 2

    • Valerie A. Abbott, Councilor, District 3

  • School Board

    • Neonta Williams, District 2

    • Mary Boehm, District 3

VIII. Announcements

  • Brush pickup dates - TBA

  • Recycling pickup dates - March 6th, March 20th

  • Next meeting - March 25th

Meeting Agenda for January 2024

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I. Present January 2024 Agenda

II. Read November 2023 Meeting Minutes

III. New Business

  • Approve January 2024 Agenda

  • Approve meeting minutes for November 2023

IV. Presentations

  • Marybeth Nicodemus - Crestwood Beautification

V. Reports

  • Officer Reports

    • 2024 Electronic Collection and Paper Shredding - Saturday, Jan. 27th from 9-11:30 a.m at Birmingham Zoo, 2630 Cahaba Road

    • Jefferson County Department of Health Your Opinion Matters! Survey

  • Fire

  • Police

  • Public Works - Arthur Wilder

  • CRR - Harold Houston

  • CAB - Elizabeth Murray

VII. City Representatives

  • City Council Representatives

    • Hunter Williams, Councilor, District 2

    • Valerie A. Abbott, Councilor, District 3

  • School Board

    • Neonta Williams, District 2

    • Mary Boehm, District 3

VIII. Announcements

  • Brush pickup dates - TBA

  • Recycling pickup dates - February 7th, February 21st

  • Next meeting - February 26th

Meeting Minutes for January 2024

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I Present January 2024 Agenda

  • January 2024 agenda was presented to meeting attendees.

II Read November 2023 Meeting Minutes

  • November 2023 meeting minutes were read to meeting attendees.

III New Business

  • Approve January 2024 Agenda

    • Motion to approve the agenda for the January 22, 2024 neighborhood association meeting was made by Marybeth Nicodemus and seconded by Timothy Hall.

      • Motion was approved by unanimous consent.

  • Approve meeting minutes for November 2023

    • Motion to approve minutes was made by Renee Tucker and seconded by Debbie Purcell.

      • Motion was approved by unanimous consent.

IV Presentations

  • Marybeth Nicodemus - Crestwood Beautification

    • Ms. Nicodeums shared results of a recent survey about potential neighborhood beautification projects.

    • The goal of the survey was to gauge interest in a variety of potential projects aimed at improving the beautification of the neighborhood.

    • The top ranked request was adding welcome signage to major neighborhood entrances.

    • Following the survey, Ms. Nicodemus and neighborhood officers are following up with City officials to discuss legal limitations and budget for potential beautification projects.

V Reports

  • Officer Reports

    • 2024 Electronic Collection and Paper Shredding: Saturday, Jan. 27th from 9-11:30 a.m at Birmingham Zoo, 2630 Cahaba Road

      • Crews will accept: Cable boxes, modems, routers, computers, rechargeable batteries, cameras, security equipment, cords, cables, chargers, small appliances, cell phones and tablets, printers, fax machines televisions, monitors, paper and paper folders 

      • Alkaline batteries, cardboard, lightbulbs, wet paper, major appliances, and binders/binder clips will not be accepted.

      • Participants are asked to please place items in the trunk or bed of their vehicle for removal.

    • Jefferson County Department of Health Your Opinion Matters! Survey

      • The JCDH is asking residents to complete the Jefferson County Department of Health Your Opinion Matters! Survey, available until March 2024.

      • Organizers will use the data to help identify key issues impacting health in Jefferson County and how to improve health and quality of life. Participants’ answers will be confidential.

      • The survey is available online in English at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/B2P92HW and in Spanish at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YJFR8BW

  • Fire

    • Not present.

  • Police - Officer Lucas, Birmingham Police Department East Precinct

    • No major violent crimes to report for our area.

    • Most recent issues are related to traffic violations and alarms.

  • Public Works - Arthur Wilder

  • CRR - Harold Houston

    • Not present.

    • To report missed bulk trash and brush pick up, call 205-254-2489.

    • To report neighborhood issues to Mr. Houston, call 205-254-2523 or email harold.Houston@birminghamal.gov.

  • CAB - Liz Murray

    • CAB was meeting at the same time as the CSNA meeting. Frank McCrory is attending in her stead.

    • Ms. Murray reported on the 2023 MLK breakfast.

V City Representatives

  • City Council Representatives

    • Hunter Williams, Councilor, District 2 (Represented by India Bailey)

      • Timothy Hall asked about the status of the Parking Minimum Vote the Council was considering.

        • Legal language needed to be changed. No updates at this time. Ms. Bailey suggested following up next week.

    • Valerie A. Abbott, Councilor, District 3

      • Parking Minimum Zoning Ordinance update

        • The Council was supposed to review the planning commission but the meeting was canceled because of weather.

        • Ordinance includes language that could limit parking for residences in addition to commercial and industrial zoning.

        • Could return to the Council’s agenda in the next few weeks.School Board

      • Debbie Purcell reported that it has been five weeks since her recycling has been picked up by the City due to holidays.

        • Next recycling pickup from the City will be 

        • Residents can set out their recycling in a City provided bin or a clear garbage bag.

        • The Council is slated to approve the purchase of new recycling bins with lids sometime in 2024.

        • Councilor Abbot alerted residents that if their recycling is wet by inclement weather that it will no longer be accepted by recycling pick up.

    • Neonta Williams, District 2

      • Not present.

    • Mary Boehm, District 3

      • Reviewing proposals for two Charter Schools and will vote January 23, 2024.

      • Report Card released

        • Overall: 72

        • Academic achievement: 38

        • Academic growth: 89

        • Graduation rate: 83

        • Chronic absenteeism - 23

        • College and career readiness - 59

      • Intersession

        • Program where students have a chance to come to school and make up missed work or school days.

      • Partnership with EdFarm

        • Technology training for teachers to help them use devices effectively for learning.

      • Avondale Kudzu

        • Two year process in progress of removing excessive kudzu near Avondale Elementary.

VI Announcements

  • Brush pickup dates - TBD

  • Recycling pickup dates - February 7th, February 21st

  • Next meeting - February 26th

Meeting Minutes for November 2023

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I Present November 2023 Agenda

  • November 2023 agenda was presented to meeting attendees.

II Read October 2023 Meeting Minutes

  • Octobert 2023 meeting minutes were read to meeting attendees.

III New Business

  • Approve November 2023 Agenda

    • Motion to approve the agenda for the November 27, 2023 neighborhood association meeting was made by Charles Worthington and seconded by Elizabeth Murray.

      • Motion was approved by unanimous consent.

  • Approve meeting minutes for October 2023

    • Motion to approve minutes was made by Renee Tucker and seconded by Charles Worthington.

      • Motion was approved by unanimous consent.

IV Reports

  • Officer Reports

    • Crestwood Community Band Christmas Concert at Cahaba Brewery on Monday, December 4th starting at 7pm.

  • Fire

    • Not present.

  • Police - Regina Mills, Crime Prevention Officer for East Precinct

    • Not Present.

  • Public Works - Arthur Wilder

  • CRR - Harold Houston

    • Not present.

    • To report missed bulk trash and brush pick up, call 205-254-2489.

    • To report neighborhood issues to Mr. Houston, call 205-254-2523 or email harold.Houston@birminghamal.gov.

  • CAB - Liz Murray

    • Landscaping rules being updated for the City.

V City Representatives

  • City Council Representatives

    • Hunter Williams, Councilor, District 2 (Represented by India Bailey)

      • Announced election of Darrell O’Quinn as new City Council President.

    • Valerie A. Abbott, Councilor, District 3

      • Council is considering loans for Birmingham Southern College.

  • School Board

    • Neonta Williams, District 2

      • Not present.

    • Mary Boehm, District 3

      • Altec Innovation Challenge

        • Ramsay high was the winner, received $10,000

        • Low Cost Tiny Homes being built by Huffman

          • Funded by future owners

      • Charter school application window opened this month.

VI Announcements

  • Brush pickup dates - TBD

  • Recycling pickup dates - December 6th, December 20th

  • Next meeting - January 22nd, 2024

Meeting Agenda for November 2023

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I. Present November 2023 Agenda

II. Read October 2023 Meeting Minutes

III. New Business

  • Approve November 2023 Agenda

  • Approve meeting minutes for October2023

VI. Reports

  • Officer Reports

    • Crestwood Community Band Christmas Concert at Cahaba Brewery on Monday, December 4th starting at 7pm

  • Fire

  • Police

  • Public Works - Arthur Wilder

  • CRR - Harold Houston

  • CAB - Elizabeth Murray

VII. City Representatives

  • City Council Representatives

    • Hunter Williams, Councilor, District 2

    • Valerie A. Abbott, Councilor, District 3

  • School Board

    • Neonta Williams, District 2

    • Mary Boehm, District 3

VIII. Announcements

  • Brush pickup dates - TBA

  • Recycling pickup dates - December 6th, December 20th

  • Next meeting - January 22nd, 2024

Meeting Minutes for October 2023

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I Present October 2023 Agenda

  • October 2023 agenda was presented to meeting attendees.

II Read August 2023 Meeting Minutes

  • August 2023 meeting minutes were read to meeting attendees.

III New Business

  • Approve October 2023 Agenda

    • Motion to approve the agenda for the October 23, 2023 neighborhood association meeting was made by Houston Brown and seconded by Tim Hall.

      • Motion was approved by unanimous consent.

  • Approve meeting minutes for August 2023

    • Motion to approve minutes was made by Houston Brown and seconded by Renee Tucker.

      • Motion was approved by unanimous consent.

  • 2024 MLK Unity Breakfast

    • Motion to allocate $504.00 for the purchase of a table at the MLK Unity Breakfast made by Tim Hall and seconded Houston Brown.

      • Motion was made by unanimous consent.

V Reports

  • Officer Reports

    • Magic City Classic - October 28, 2023

      • Several roads will be closed on Saturday, Oct. 28 to accommodate the 8 a.m. Magic City Classic parade and the game day shuttles that will carry fans to and from Legion Field.

        • To view the Magic City Classic Parade Street Closures, please click here.

        • To view the closed street around Legion Field, please click here.

    • Classic Cocktails with Birmingham Public Library - Tuesday, October 24th @ 5:30-9pm

      • The 2nd annual Classic Cocktails is a kickoff party leading up to the 2023 Magic City Classic football game. The evening will feature signature cocktails, tailgate-style food, a cigar lounge, games, and more.

      • Tickets are $40 and available online.

  • Fire

    • Not present.

  • Police - Regina Mills, Crime Prevention Officer for East Precinct

    • Not Present.

  • Public Works - Arthur Wilder

  • CRR - Harold Houston

    • Neighborhood Balance: $20,502.61

    • Community Veterans Family Day - October 28th

    • To report missed bulk trash and brush pick up, call 205-254-2489.

    • MLK Unity Breakfast

      • Deadline to purchase a table is October 31st.

      • Table for eight people is $504.

    • Dog Waste Station Refills

      • Project request is in progress.

    • To report neighborhood issues to Mr. Houston, call 205-254-2523 or email harold.Houston@birminghamal.gov.

  • CAB - Liz Murray

    • Glen Iris Neighborhood Association Election

      • Lawsuit related to election

    • Josh Yeates - Director of Public Works

      • All trash cans have been delivered to Birmingham residents.

      • Alleys will now be serviced by Public Works.

      • Cans must be moved off the street within 24 hours after pick up occurs.

      • Public Works will no longer service apartments that have more than four units.

VI City Representatives

  • City Council Representatives

    • Hunter Williams, Councilor, District 2 (Represented by India Bailey)

      • Crestwood Park Erosion & Water Drainage

        • Work has started to address erosion and water drainage issues at Crestwood Park.

      • Downed Power Lines along Crestwood Boulevard

        • Area cannot be cleaned up until Alabama Power clears a downed tree. Councilor Williams’ office will continue to follow up with Alabama Power reps.

    • Valerie A. Abbott, Councilor, District 3

      • Garbage Carts

        • 1 day a week pick up

        • Must be placed on the curb in front of your residence, only bagged garbage inside the cans

        • Excess bags outside the can will not be picked up.

        • Cans must not be obscured by any object in order to be picked up.

        • Garbage trucks track whether pick up occurred with photos

        • If you live on a hill public works will assist with where to place garbage cans for special pick up.

  • School Board

    • Neonta Williams, District 2

      • Not present.

    • Mary Boehm, District 3

      • Capital Projects 

        • Avondale Park hired a forester who will be removing invasive species. 

          • Forester potentially expanding scope of work to include Avondale elementary school.

        • Window replacements at Avondale Elementary.

        • Upgrading playgrounds at Avondale and Glen Iris.

VII Presentations

  • Le’Andrea Anderson-Tolbert - The WISDOM Study

    • The WISDOM Study is a partnership of breast health doctors and researchers, patient advocates, community leaders and women from all neighborhoods whose goal is to revolutionize the way breast cancer is detected and risk is reduced.

    • The WISDOM Study compares two approved screening approaches: annual mammograms for all women, starting at the age of 40 or a personalized approach to breast screening that is based on a woman’s individual risk factors for breast cancer, like her breast density, genes, and family health history.

    • Interested participants can visit The WISDOM Study online.

VIII Announcements

  • Brush pickup dates - TBD

  • Recycling pickup dates - November 1st, 15th 

  • Next meeting - November 27th, 2023

    Please note: President Camille Worthington was not present at this meeting and her absence was excused.

Meeting Agenda for October 2023

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I. Present October 2023 Agenda

II. Read August 2023 Meeting Minutes

III. New Business

  • Approve October 2023 Agenda

  • Approve meeting minutes for August 2023

V. Presentations

VI. Reports

  • Officer Reports

  • Fire

  • Police

  • Public Works - Arthur Wilder

  • CRR - Harold Houston

  • CAB - Elizabeth Murray

VII. City Representatives

  • City Council Representatives

    • Hunter Williams, Councilor, District 2

    • Valerie A. Abbott, Councilor, District 3

  • School Board

    • Neonta Williams, District 2

    • Mary Boehm, District 3

VIII. Announcements

  • Brush pickup dates

  • Recycling pickup dates

  • Next meeting