Meeting Agenda for September 2022

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Crestwood South Neighborhood Association - info@crestwoodsouth.com

  1. Read & Approve Previous Meeting Minutes - August 2022

  2. Reports

    • Officer Report

    • Fire

    • Police

    • Birmingham Library - Vincent Solfronk

    • Public Works - Arthur Wilder

    • CRR - Alice Williams

    • CAB - Elizabeth Murray

  3. 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

  4. Announcements

    • Brush pickup dates - TBD

    • Recycling pickup dates- October 5th, October 19th

    • Next meeting- October 24th

Meeting Agenda for August 2022

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  1. Read & Approve Previous Meeting Minutes - July 2022

  2. Presentations

    • Klayton Barrows

    • Rudi (Crestwood Tavern)

  3. Reports

    • Officer Report

      • Neighborhood Officer Elections

        1. Must be resident by May 6, 2022

        2. Must have attended at least 4 CSNA meetings since Sept 2021

        3. Must submit Declaration of Candidacy Form and submit to Community Resource Services Division by Sept 6

      • Crestwood Community Band Bingo Fundraiser at Cahaba Brewery on August 25th from 7-9pm

      • National Night Out - Tuesday, October 4th @ 6-8pm on Clairmont Walking Trail

    • Fire

    • Police

    • Birmingham Library - Vincent Solfronk

    • Public Works - Arthur Wilder

    • CRR - Alice Williams

    • CAB - Elizabeth Murray

  4. 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

  5. Announcements

    • Brush pickup dates - August 22nd

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

    • Next meeting - September 26th

Meeting Minutes for August 2022

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  1. Read & Approve Previous Meeting Minutes - July 2022

    • July 2022 meeting minutes were read to meeting attendees.

      • Motion to approve minutes was made by Luke Hanson and seconded by Paul Rich.

        • Motion was approved by unanimous consent.

  2. Presentations

    • Dr. Klayton Barrows

      • Crestwood North resident. Recently joined Seale Harris Clinic on St. Vincent's main campus and is currently trying to build a patient panel.

        • Interested residents can contact Dr. Barrows at (205) 809-8478.

    • Rudi Quarles - Owner, Crestwood Tavern

      • Crestwood Tavern is planning to do more community events like public movie showings or makers markets.

  3. Reports

    • Officer Reports

      • Neighborhood Officer Elections - October 18, 2022

        • Candidates must meet the following criteria to be eligible to run:

          • Must be resident by May 9, 2022.

          • Must have attended at least 4 CSNA meetings since Sept 2021.

          • Must submit Declaration of Candidacy Form to Community Resource Services Division by Sept 6.

      • Crestwood Community Band

        • Bingo Fundraiser taking place at Cahaba Brewery on August 25th from 7-9pm.

          • Requesting a $10 donation to play.

        • Playing at folk festival

      • NNO - Tuesday, October 4th @ 6-8pm on Clairmont Walking Trail

    • Fire

      • Not present.

    • Police

      • Not present.

    • Birmingham Library - Vincent Solfronk

      • Not present.

      • Check out BPLOnline.org for library events and program offerings.

    • Public Works - Arthur Wilder

    • Community Resource Office - Alice Williams

    • CAB - Elizabeth Murrary

      • Attorney for the City discussed drug nuisance cases around the City.

      • Councilor O’Quinn spoke about AirBnb regulation discussions.

  4. Representatives

    • City Council Representatives

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

        • Ms. Bailey noted ongoing issues with 56th Street and Crestwood Boulevard have been reported.

          • Hoping service will be provided within the next two weeks.

        • Annie Wright reported down wires along Crestwood Boulevard.

        • John Davis asked about the former Hooters building on Crestwood Boulevard, which has become blighted.

          • Ms. Bailey noted that since it is privately owned there is not much the City can do at this time.

      • Valerie A. Abbott, Councilor, District 3

        • Discussed World Games debt and efforts to address it.

        • Next council meeting, the council is voting on new garbage cans to provide for Birmingham residents and reducing garbage pick up to one day a week instead of two.

          • City is expected to receive cans by October.

          • Amy Ware asked if recycling pick up would be increased if trash pick up is decreasing. Councilor Abbott noted that there is no planned increase in recycling pick up.

        • Noted new AirBnb ordinance in the works for the City.

          • Council is leaning towards enacting an ordinance that only allows AirBnb owners to rent homes that are their primary residences.

    • School Board

      • Neonta Williams, District 2

        • State Laws - Literacy and Numeracy Act

          • Addressing performance issues with reading in our state.

        • Partnership with United Way brought in college students to help City students with reading performance.

        • Annie Wright asked about encouraging parent engagement.

          • Ms. Williams discussed various in-person and virtual learning opportunities for students.

        • K-3 Literacy Town Hall Meeting taking place August 30, 2022 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM at Boutwell Auditorium.

        • Rudi Quarles asked about efforts to address discipline issues in schools.

          • Ms. Williams noted the school board's increased efforts to focus on providing mental health services to students.

      • Mary Boehm, District 3

        • Not present.

  5. Announcements

    • Brush pickup dates - August 22nd

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

    • Next meeting - September 26th

Meeting Agenda for July 2022

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  1. Read & Approve Previous Meeting Minutes - June 2022

  2. Reports

    • Officer Report

      • National Night Out - 1st Tuesday in August or 1st Tuesday in October

    • Fire

    • Police

    • Birmingham Library - Vincent Solfronk

    • Public Works - Arthur Wilder

    • CRR - Alice Williams

    • CAB - Elizabeth Murray

  3. 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

  4. Announcements

    • Brush pickup dates - TBA

    • Recycling pickup dates - August 3rd & August 17th

    • Next meeting - August 22nd

Meeting Minutes for July 2022

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  1. Read & Approve Previous Meeting Minutes - June 2022

    • June 2022 meeting minutes were read to meeting attendees.

      • Motion to approve minutes was made by Paul Rich and seconded by Luke Hanson.

        • Motion was approved by unanimous consent.

  2. Reports

    • Officer Reports

      • National Night Out - 1st Tuesday in August or 1st Tuesday in October.

        • Neighbors discussed the possibility of hosting in October over August due to heat concerns.

        • Various possible locations were discussed for hosting the event including the Clairmont Walking Trail, Crestwood Park or Crestwood Tavern.

          • Annie Damsky, Director of Advancement for the Waldorf School, offered the school as a potential location for NNO pending approval from their board.

        • Neighborhood officers will provide more information as it becomes available.

      • Neighborhood Meeting Yard Signs

        • The neighborhood ordered new yard signs for neighbors to put out in yards the day of neighborhood meetings.

        • Neighbors who are interested in volunteering for yard signs can email CSNA officers at info@crestwoodsouth.com.

      • Avondale Park Ducks and Geese

        • Ducks and geese were moved from the park due to safety concerns during the World Games events but have now been returned.

    • Fire

      • Not present.

    • Police

      • Not present.

    • Birmingham Library - Vincent Solfronk

      • Not present.

      • Check out BPLOnline.org for library events and program offerings.

    • Public Works - Arthur Wilder

    • Community Resource Office - Alice Williams

  3. Representatives

    • City Council Representatives

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

        • Ms. Bailey noted that the County is doing a flood survey regarding the wide-spread flooding happening around the City.

        • Doug Yarborough asked if the Council is considering any legal parameters for AirBnbs in the area.

          • Currently the only ordinance in place regarding AirBnbs is making sure the City is collecting revenue from property owners.

          • Vice President Murray noted that when this topic was previously discussed, feedback was being requested by Councilor Darrel O’Quinn’s office.

          • Neighbors discussed the pros and cons of an increase in AirBnbs in the neighborhood.

        • Kim Nyguen noted that Crestwood Park has become overgrown with weeds near the tennis and pickleball courts. She also asked about how the Park Board allocates their budget.

          • Ms. Bailey briefly explained how the Park Board allocates their funding independently of the Council. 

        • Luke Hanson noted a few issues at the 56th Street S / Crestwood Boulevard crosswalk.

          • Pedestrian traffic signs are not working properly.

          • A large tree on the corner blocks visibility of pedestrians for oncoming traffic.

          • A sinkhole has appeared in the walkway.

          • Mr. Hanson submitted these issues via the SeeClickFix app but they have not yet been resolved.

      • Valerie A. Abbott, Councilor, District 3

        • Not present.

    • School Board

      • Neonta Williams, District 2

        • Not present.

      • Mary Boehm, District 3

        • Birmingham City School’s recent graduating class of over 1000 students are attending many colleges throughout the country.

          • Many graduating students gained partial funding through the Birmingham Promise.

        • Reggie White of Booker T. Washington awarded Alabama Teacher of the Year.

        • School will start August 8th, 2022 and end June 9th, 2023.

        • Launching a virtual school for next school year for up to 250 students.

          • Renee Tucker asked what grades are included in the virtual school. Ms. Boehm thinks it is Middle and High School level grades.

        • 56% of 3rd graders are reading at or above their grade level, demonstrating positive results from funding. Other scoring areas need improvement.

  4. Announcements

    • Brush pickup dates - TBA

    • Recycling pickup dates - August 3rd & August 17th

    • Next meeting - August 22nd

Meeting Minutes for June 2022

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  1. Read & Approve Previous Meeting Minutes - May2022

    • May 2022 meeting minutes were read to meeting attendees.

      • Motion to approve minutes was made by Paul Rich and seconded by Patricia Todd.

        • Motion was approved by unanimous consent.

  2. Reports

    • Officer Reports

      • Transitioning to in-person meetings

        • The next CSNA meeting on July 25th will be in-person at Crestwood Tavern.

        • A reminder will be sent out prior to the meeting.

      • CSNA Email list sign up form

        • If you’d like to receive emails about upcoming neighborhood meetings or other relevant information, fill out this form to be added to our email outreach list.

      • Neighbor’s Night Out

      • SeeClickFix App

        • SeeClickFix is a 311 request and work management app that the City has implemented.

        • Neighbors can download the app on the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store.

    • Fire

      • Not present.

    • Police

      • Not present.

    • Birmingham Library - Vincent Solfronk

      • Two library locations will be impacted by the World Games, and will be closed during the event.

        • Downtown

        • Avondale

      • Check out BPLOnline.org for library events and program offerings.

    • Public Works - Arthur Wilder

      • Flooding issue on 12th Avenue South

        • Samantha Chodavarapu has had major flooding at her residence at 5701 12th Ave South. Issue has been reported to 311 and Birmingham Storm Water division but has not yet been resolved.

      • Stacy Gordon reported storm drains around the neighborhood with concrete covers in disrepair.

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

    • Community Resource Office - Alice Williams

      • Expressed support for the National Night Out event and provided a reminder that the neighborhood should submit any project sheets as soon as possible if City funding is needed.

      • If any 311 issues have been marked as resolved but have not yet been addressed, please reach out to Ms. Williams for follow up.

      • Crestwood Park - Tennis & Pickle Ball Courts

        • Amy Ware noted concerns about the approval of the Pickleball & Tennis court changes at Crestwood Park.

        • Ms. Williams advised that all feedback on this issue be directed to the Park Board. Their next meeting takes place July 6th at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.

        • A petition is available for those in support of maintaining two tennis courts at Crestwood Park.

      • To report community issues to Ms. Williams call 205-297-8085 or email Alice.Williams@birminghamal.gov.

    • Clairmont Walking Trail Committee - Charles Worthington

      • The committe is planning an upcoming clean up day for the trail. An email will be sent out to committee members when this has been scheduled.

  3. Representatives

    • City Council Representatives

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

        • Ms. Bailey noted that the County is doing a flood survey regarding the wide-spread flooding happening around the City.

        • Joint Budget & Finance meeting will be voting on the 2022 budget June 28th.

        • Amy Ware asked about what happened to the ducks and geese at Avondale Park in relation to a report from AL.com.

          • Ms. Bailey noted that she would follow up and look into it.

        • President Worthington asked for an update on World Game statues for the Clairmont Walking Trail.

          • Statues will be placed at downtown trails so Clairmont Walking Trail will not be receiving one.

      • Valerie A. Abbott, Councilor, District 3 (Represented by Dr. Darryl Lee)

        • World Games begin in 10 days.

          • The City’s website has road closure information.

          • Sumo wrestling has sold out, but there are several other sports with tickets available.

        • Funding Allocation

          • Funding allocation from Councilor Abbott’s office will be coming up soon so CSNA needs to come up with project ideas to use allocated funding.

    • School Board

      • Neonta Williams, District 2

        • Not present.

      • Mary Boehm, District 3

        • Not present.

  4. Announcements

    • Brush pickup date - July 20th 

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

    • Next meeting - July 25th 2022 @ 6:30pm, Crestwood Tavern

Meeting Agenda for June 2022

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  1. Read & Approve Previous Meeting Minutes - May 2022

  2. Reports

    • Officer Report

      • Transitioning to in-person meetings

        • July 25th, 2022 meeting will be in-person at Crestwood Tavern

      • CSNA Email list sign up form

      • Neighbors Night Out

    • Fire

    • Police

    • Birmingham Library - Vincent Solfronk

    • Public Works - Arthur Wilder

    • CRR - Alice Williams

  3. 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

  4. Announcements

    • Brush pickup dates - July 20th 

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

    • Next meeting - July 25th 2022 @ 6:30pm at Crestwood Tavern

Meeting Minutes for May 2022

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  1. Read & Approve Previous Meeting Minutes - April 2022

    • April 2022 meeting minutes were read to meeting attendees.

      • Motion to approve minutes was made by Hana Berres and seconded by Elizabeth Murray.

        • Motion was approved by unanimous consent.

  2. Reports

    • Officer Reports

      • Crestwood Blvd Clean Up prior to World Games

        • CSNA officers will send out information when a date has been chosen for a clean up day.

      • Transitioning to in-person meetings

        • ARC of Central Alabama will no longer be able to host our neighborhood meetings, so CSNA officers are exploring options for a new location for in person meetings.

      • CSNA Email list sign up form

        • If you’d like to receive emails about upcoming neighborhood meetings or other relevant information, fill out this form to be added to our email list.

      • Neighbor’s Night Out

        • Looking at potentially hosting Neighbor’s Night Out in August.

        • CSNA Officers are in the planning phase, if interested in being involved email info@crestwoodsouth.com.

    • Fire

      • Not present.

    • Police - Jessica Burton

    • Birmingham Library - Vincent Solfronk

      • Not present.

      • Check out BPLOnline.org for library events and program offerings.

    • Public Works - Arthur Wilder

      • Mr. Wilder noted that the Clairmont Walking trail will be tended to soon.

      • Michael Casagrande noted an overgrown tree at the stoplight on 56th St S and Crestwood Blvd.

      • Vice President Murray noted concerns about another dropped limb from a tree on Overwood Cir and Clairmont Ave. The fallen limb has bent part of the handrail along the Clairmont Walking Trail.

      • Jill Prestridge noted a home with a shed, camper and inoperable vehicles in the yard of a home near 10th Ter S.

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

    • CAB - Elizabeth Murray

      • World Games organizers are looking for more volunteers.

      • Mayor Woodfin on Tuesday presented his 2023 fiscal year city budget proposal.

        • City Council will hold two public hearings on the budget: on June 6, at 5:30 p.m.; and June 16, at 5:30 p.m.

        • The budget can be viewed here.

      • Noted discussion around AirBnbs within the City.

        • Residents can send any feedback to Councilor Darrell O’Quinn darrell.oquinn@birminghamal.gov. 

        • Amy Ware asked if AirBnbs required any licensing to operate within the city.

          • India Bailey noted there are currently no laws applicable to AirBnb operators.

  3. Representatives

    • City Council Representatives

      • Hunter Williams, Councilor, District 2

        • Cresthill Road Traffic Calming

          • Devices have been ordered but due to supply issues there has been a delay in delivery and installation.

            • Tentative delivery is slated for end of June.

        • Annual Fishing Rodeo at East Lake Park

          • June 11 8AM-1PM

        • World Games Sculptures

          • World Games representatives have offered to install one of three sculptures permanently to the Clairmont Walking Trail after the World Games takes place at no cost to the neighborhood.

          • CSNA officers will discuss with the Clairmont Walking Trail committee and either bring to a vote at the next scheduled meeting or conduct a special called meeting if the decision needs to be made prior to the next scheduled meeting.

        • Amy Ware noted concerns about the approval of the Pickleball & Tennis court changes at Crestwood Park.

          • CSNA officers have formed a sub-committee that will be working on ways to better promote our monthly meetings, but in the meantime the website (CrestwoodSouth.com) and the email list are the best ways to stay up to date about neighborhood news.

      • Valerie A. Abbott, Councilor, District 3

        • Encouraged residents to submit their feedback or participate in the public hearings on the Mayor’s budget.

        • SeeClickFix App

          • SeeClickFix is a 311 request and work management app that the City has implemented.

          • Neighbors can download the app on the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store.

    • School Board

      • Neonta Williams, District 2

        • Not present.

      • Mary Boehm, District 3

        • Not present.

  4. Announcements

    • Primary Election - May 24th, polls open 7am-7pm

    • Brush pickup dates - June 22nd

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

    • Next meeting - June 27th

Meeting Agenda for May 2022

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  1. Read & Approve Previous Meeting Minutes - March 2022

  2. Reports

    • Officer Report

      • Transitioning to in-person meetings

      • Crestwood Blvd clean up prior to World Games

    • Fire

    • Police

    • Birmingham Library - Vincent Solfronk

    • Public Works - Arthur Wilder

    • CRR

    • CAB - Elizabeth Murray

  3. 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

  4. Announcements

    • Primary Election - May 24th, polls open 7am-7pm

    • Brush pickup dates - June schedule not yet released

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

    • Next meeting - June 27th

Meeting Minutes for April 2022

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  1. Read & Approve Previous Meeting Minutes - March 2022

    • March 2022 meeting minutes were read to meeting attendees.

      • Motion to approve minutes was made by Renee Tucker and seconded by Patricia Todd.

        • Motion was approved by unanimous consent.

  2. Candidates

    • Felicia Rucker-Sumerlin, Candidate for Jefferson County Sheriff

      • Ms. Rucker-Sumerlin was allowed 3 minutes to introduce herself to the neighborhood and answer any questions about her campaign.

      • Information about Ms. Rucker-Sumerlin's campaign can be found at FeliciaforSheriff.org.

  3. Reports

    • Officer Report

      • Transitioning to in-person meetings

        • Officers are working with The Arc of Central Alabama to determine if CSNA can return to in-person meetings at their building.

        • Officers have also been offered the Crestwood Tavern as a potential meeting location if the ARC is no longer available to the neighborhood.

          • Attendees discussed the pros and cons of hosting neighborhood meetings at Crestwood Tavern.

        • Patricia Todd noted she would be interested in helping increase meeting attendance.

      • Jasmine Fells is no longer our CRR. 

        • Until we are assigned a new CRR, Community Resource Services Division Deputy Director Alice Williams will be representing our neighborhood. She can be reached at Alice.Williams@birminghamal.gov or via phone at (205) 297-8085.

      • Crestwood Blvd clean up prior to World Games

        • CAB recommended organizing a clean up closer to the dates of the World Games.

    • Fire

      • Not present.

    • Police - Jessica Burton

    • Birmingham Library - Vincent Solfronk

      • Not present.

      • Check out BPLOnline.org for library events and program offerings.

    • Public Works - Arthur Wilder

      • Vice President Elizabeth Murrary noted that City crews had recently trimmed some trees along the Clairmont Walking trail that have not yet been disposed of.

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

    • CAB - Elizabeth Murray

      • Birmingham City Council approved the redrawing of its district boundaries in accordance to population changes from the 2020 census results.

      • All Birmingham residents qualify for flood insurance through FloodSmart.gov whether they live in a floodplain or not.

  4. Representatives

    • City Council Representatives

      • Hunter Williams, Councilor, District 2

        • Not present.

      • Valerie A. Abbott, Councilor, District 3

        • Discussed district changes due to census results.

        • Noted ongoing littering issues happening around the City and efforts to address them.

    • School Board

      • Neonta Williams, District 2

        • Not present.

      • Mary Boehm, District 3

        • Provided updates on new state legislation from the recent session.

          • Teacher pay raise has been mandated.

          • Numeracy Act - goal of boosting math education through the fifth grade.

        • BSC Teacher of the Year

          • Two finalists were nominated from District 3 schools.

        • Patrica Todd asked how recently passed legislation criminalizing medical care for young transgender people who are transitioning, bathroom and locker mandates based on assigned gender identity and limits on classroom discussions on gender and sexual orientation would impact educators and students in Birmingham.

          • Representative Boehm noted that the Board has not yet addressed ramifications of these new laws.

  5. Announcements

    • Brush pickup dates - May schedule not yet released.

    • Recycling pickup dates - May 4th, May 18th

    • Next meeting - May 23rd

Meeting Agenda for April 2022

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  1. Read & Approve Previous Meeting Minutes - March 2022

  2. Presentations

    • Felicia Rucker-Sumerlin - Candidate for Jefferson County Sheriff

  3. Reports

    • Officer Report

      • Transitioning to in-person meetings

      • Jasmine Fells is no longer CRR

      • Crestwood Blvd clean up prior to World Games

    • Fire

    • Police

    • Birmingham Library - Vincent Solfronk

    • Public Works - Arthur Wilder

    • CRR

    • CAB - Elizabeth Murray

  4. 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

  5. Announcements

    • Brush pickup dates - May schedule not yet released

    • Recycling pickup dates - May 4th, May 18th

    • Next meeting - May 23rd

Meeting Agenda for March 2022

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  1. Read & Approve Previous Meeting Minutes - January 2022

  2. New Business

    • Zoning Variance Request- 5556 12th Ave S

  3. Candidates

    • Alisha Ruffin May - Candidate for Circuit Court Judge, Place 20

    • Adrienne Powell - Candidate for Circuit Court Judge, Place 23

  4. Reports

    • Officer Report

      • SMI Steel LLC dba CMC Steel Alabama permit renewal

    • Fire

    • Police

    • Birmingham Library - Vincent Solfronk

    • 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 - March 30th, April 20th

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

    • Next meeting - April 25th

Meeting Minutes for March 2022

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  1. Read & Approve Previous Meeting Minutes - February 2022

    • February 2022 meeting minutes were read to meeting attendees.

      • Motion to approve minutes was made by Renee Tucker and seconded by Vincent Solfronk.

        • Motion was approved by unanimous consent.

  2. New Business

    • Zoning Variance Request (ZBA2022-00011) - 5556 12th Ave S

      • Resident Jordan Middleton (represented by John Forney) has requested a variance for their property at 5556 12th Ave S.

        • If granted, the variance would allow the front yard of the property to be setback at 36.10 feet instead of the 30 foot required setback.

        • The property owners need the variance to build a front porch and close in the existing carport.

      • Motion to support variance zoning request ZBA2022-00011 was made by Elizabeth Murray and seconded by Vincent Solfronk.

        • Motion was approved by unanimous consent.

  3. Candidates

    • Alisha Ruffin May - Candidate for Circuit Court Judge, Place 20

    • Ms. May was allowed 3 minutes to introduce herself to the neighborhood and answer any questions about her campaign.

    • Information about Ms. May's campaign can be found at voteruffinforjudge.com. Ms. May can be contacted via telephone at (205) 462-7792.

    • Adrienne Powell - Candidate for Circuit Court Judge, Place 23

      • Ms. Powell was allowed 3 minutes to introduce herself to the neighborhood and answer any questions about her campaign.

      • Information about Ms. Powell's campaign can be found at votepowellforjudge.com.

  4. Reports

    • Officer Report

      • CMC Steel permit renewal

        • Public comment period is February 27, 2022 through April 12, 2022.

        • An electronic copy of the draft permit, engineering review, and the permit application is available from the Department's website.

        • Please contact Jason Howanitz from the JCHD at 205-930-1284 if you have any questions or comments.

    • Fire

      • Not present.

    • Police - Jessica Burton

      • Reported one residential burglary and one auto theft in Eagle View apartments.

      • A home on the 1500 block of Clairmont Ave had a break in via an unlocked door.

      • Ms. Burton recommended replacing standard strike plate screws with longer screws to decrease the chances of your door being kicked in.

      • To contact Ms. Burton, call 205-254-2684 or email Jessica.Burton@Birminghamal.gov.

    • Birmingham Library - Vincent Solfronk

      • Check out BPLOnline.org for library program offerings.

        • March 31st, 7:00 PM - Bards & Brews April Fools Slam at Cahaba Brewing Company.

        • April 7, 2022 6:00 PM - "A Novel Tasting" Fundraiser at the Central Library downtown will feature a tasting of wines, craft beers, and locally distilled spirits.

    • Public Works - Arthur Wilder

    • CRR - Jasmine Fells

    • CAB - Elizabeth Murray

      • Public Meeting on council redistricting at the Birmingham Crossplex on March 29th at 5:30 PM. Residents can view the Redistricting Map information here.

  5. Representatives

    • City Council Representatives

      • Hunter Williams, Councilor, District 2

        • Vote for granting $2000 to the neighborhood fund is on the council agenda for March 29th.

      • Valerie A. Abbott, Councilor, District 3

        • Not present.

    • School Board

      • Neonta Williams, District 2

        • Not present.

      • Mary Boehm, District 3

        • The Mayor's office, City Council and School Board are working together to further improve Birmingham’s city schools.

  6. Announcements

    • Brush pickup dates - March 30th, April 20th

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

    • Next meeting - April 25th

Meeting Agenda for February 2022

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  1. Read & Approve Previous Meeting Minutes - January 2022

  2. Candidates

    • Brit Blalock - Candidate for AL House District 54

  3. Reports

    • Officer Report

    • Fire

    • Police

    • Birmingham Library - Vincent Solfronk

    • Public Works - Arthur Wilder

    • CRR - Harold Houston

    • CAB - Elizabeth Murray

  4. State & City Representatives

    • AL House of Representatives

      • Neil Rafferty, District 54

    • City Council Representatives

      • Hunter Williams, Councilor, District 2

      • Valerie A. Abbott, Councilor, District 3

    • School Board

      • Neonta Williams, District 2

      • Mary Boehm, District 3

  5. New Business

    • Crestwood Park Pickleball Courts - Montal Morton, Birmingham Park and Recreation Board

    • NUSA Conference - Little Rock, Arkansas May 4-7, 2022

      • $2,500 per delegate

      • Requests must be submitted by March 1, 2022

  6. Announcements

    • Brush pickup date(s) -

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

    • Next meeting - January 24, 2022

Meeting Minutes for February 2022

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  1. Read & Approve Previous Meeting Minutes - January 2022

    • January 2022 meeting minutes were read to meeting attendees.

      • Motion to approve minutes was made by Patricia Todd and seconded by Vincent Solfronk.

        • Motion was approved by unanimous consent.

  2. Candidates

    • Brit Blalock - Candidate for AL House District 54

      • Brit Blalock was allowed 3 minutes to introduce herself to the neighborhood and answer any questions about her campaign.

  3. Reports

    • Officer Report

    • Fire

      • Not present.

    • Police - Jessica Burton, Sergeant Hutchison

      • 1 auto theft on Southall Rd, vehicle unlocked but vehicle was recovered.

      • March 23rd Coffee with a Cop

      • 911 vs non emergency number

        • If there is a time delay or no suspect in sight, call non emergency number 205-328-9311

        • If you are witnessing a crime in real time or fear for your safety or the safety of others, call 911.

      • Encouraged residents to securely store their firearms in their homes instead of their vehicles due to an increase in vehicle break ins across the city.

      • To contact Ms. Burton, call 205-254-2684 or email Jessica.Burton@Birminghamal.gov.

    • Birmingham Library - Vincent Solfronk

      • Eastlake library is still closed, but most other locations are open.

      • Check out BPLOnline.org for library program offerings.

    • Public Works - Arthur Wilder

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

      • Samantha Chodabarapu reported a storm water issue around the 5700 block of 12th Avenue South.

      • Hana Berres reported that residents from The Union At Cooper Hill apartments were throwing garbage over the hill into neighbors’ yards in the 1600 block of Cresthill Road. 

      • Larry Myers reported a dead tree that needs removing at the intersection of 53rd St S and 12th Ave S.

    • CRR - Harold Houston

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

      • Mr. Houston is being transferred to the West neighborhoods. Crestwood South will be assigned a new CRR.

      • Current neighborhood balance is $12356.41.

    • CAB - Elizabeth Murray

      • No report.

  4. State & City Representatives

    • AL House of Representatives

      • Neil Rafferty, District 54

        • Information about Neil Rafferty’s campaign can be found at RepRafferty.com

        • To contact Representative Rafferty, call 205-215-8270 or email Reprafferty@gmail.com

        • Vice President Elizabeth Murray asked if Rep. Rafferty could assist in getting in touch with Senator Smitherman who was supposed to donate funding for the Clairmont Walking Trail lighting project.

    • City Council Representatives

      • Hunter Williams, Councilor, District 2

        • Redistricting at the City level due to census data.

          • District 2 will lose 20% of its previous population.

          • Councilor Williams will be giving $2000 to Crestwood South’s neighborhood fund.

      • Valerie A. Abbott, Councilor, District 3

        • Not present.

    • School Board

      • Neonta Williams, District 2

        • Not present.

      • Mary Boehm, District 3

        • Not present.

  5. New Business

    • NUSA Conference - Little Rock, Arkansas May 4-7, 2022

      • $2,500 per delegate

      • Requests must be submitted by March 1, 2022

  6. Announcements

    • Brush pickup dates - March 9th, March 30th

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

    • Next meeting - March 28th

Meeting Minutes for January 2022

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January, 2022 Minutes

I Read Previous Meeting Minutes - November 2021

  • November 2021 meeting minutes were read to meeting attendees.

II New Business

  • Approve November 2021 meeting minutes.

    • Motion to approve minutes was made by Paul Rich and seconded by Renee Tucker.

      • Motion was approved by unanimous consent.

  • Cresthill Speed Cushions - 8 speed cushions totaling $8,550

    • Neighbors expressed concern about speeding on Cresthill Road, so a traffic study was conducted.

    • Neighborhood being asked to provide $4,275 for this project.

      • City will cover half of the cost if the neighborhood covers the other half.

  • Motion to approve expense of $4,275 for adding 8 speed cushions to Cresthill Road was made by Kayla MacNeil and seconded by Paul Rich.

    • Motion was approved by unanimous consent.

  • Paul Rich - Crestwood Park Pickleball Courts

    • Previously presented Crestwood Pickleball Group’s proposal for renovating pickleball courts at Crestwood Park.

    • Determined that previously presented proposal brought up safety concerns for pickleball players.

      • Original proposal would replace four junior tennis courts with regulation sized pickleball courts and would keep the two adult tennis courts that now exist in Crestwood Park.

      • New proposal would remove one of the two adult tennis courts from Crestwood Park and replace it with two additional Pickleball courts in order to have adequate space for pickleball players.

        • Still raising money for the project, but plans to resurface the entire court and replace the nets in all the courts.

    • President Murray noted the backboard that the neighborhood purchased should be maintained in the tennis court area. 

    • Jill Prestridge asked about rules of joining the game or reserving courts.

      • Mr. Rich discussed how the pickleball league promoted tournaments and noted that anyone was welcome to play at any time.

    • Kayla MacNeil asked about pushback about losing one of the tennis courts in the park.

      • CWN was dealing with a variance at last meeting and could not meet, meeting tomorrow night

      • Mr. Rich noted that other cities in surrounding municipalities have 

      • Park Board onboard with plans

    • Motion to approve new proposal of the Crestwood Park Pickleball Cout renovation was made by Jill Prestridge and seconded by Charles Worthington.

      • Motion was approved by unanimous consent.

III Reports

  • Officer Reports

  • Fire

    • Not present.

  • Police - Jessica Burton

    • Crime map 

      • 1 auto theft

      • No other crime reports for the end of last year.

    • Crimes can be reported anonymously to Ms. Burton.

    • Captain Quigley-Vining 205-279-8939 julie.quiqley-vining@birminghamal.gov 

      • Have seen an uptick in older model auto thefts to be stripped down for parts.

      • If any suspicious activity is noted, please contact the non-emergency number.

  • Birmingham Library - Vincent Solfronk

    • Thanked the neighborhood for continued support of the library.

    • Closed libraries - Springville, Eastlake and Powderly due to building issues.

    • Check out BPLOnline.org for programs.

    • Bards and Brews Slam Feb 4th 6:30-9:00

  • Public Works - Arthur Wilder

  • CRR - Harold Houston

    • Balance $12,756.41.

    • Deadline for NUSA applications is March 1st

    • CAB meeting in February

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

  • CAB - Elizabeth Murray

    • No report.

IV City Representatives

  • City Council Representatives

    • Hunter Williams, Councilor, District 2

      • India Bailey was at the meeting on Councilor Williams’ behalf.

      • New VA clinic doing ribbon cutting

        • Opening for community tour

      • Vice President Murray noted three issues adjacent to the Clairmont Walking trail.

        • A recent trail clean up from the city resulted in leaves being blown in the street and have not been cleaned up.

        • In the 4800 block of Clairmont, a tree was hit by a vehicle and needs to be removed.

        • Spectrum removed a section of the trail to do work and have not come back to repair.

    • Valerie A. Abbott, Councilor, District 3

      • Dr. Darryl Lee was at the meeting on Councilor Abbott’s behalf.

      • City approved USFL

        • Grand announcement at protective stadium

        • Anticipating sending the league for 1-2 years.

      • COVID tests available through US government

        • 4 kits per household

      • Please call 311 to report all complaints for tracking purposes.

        • Easier to see completion status of a request if added through the 311 system.

      • Law requires that redistricting after census

        • District lines will be redrawn.

      • Richard Arrington bridge is temporarily closed due to renovations.

  • School Board

    • Neonta Williams, District 2

      • Not present.

    • Mary Boehm, District 3

      • Not present.

V Announcements

  • Brush pickup dates - TBD

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

  • Street Sweeper - February 9th

  • Next meeting - February 28th

Meeting Agenda for January 2022

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  1. Read Meeting Minutes - November 2021

  2. New Business

    • Approve November 2021 meeting minutes

    • Cresthill Road Traffic Calming Project

    • Paul Rich - Crestwood Park Pickleball Courts

  3. Reports

    • Officer Report

      • 2022 Neighborhood Officer Election Information Session

    • Fire

    • Police

    • Birmingham Library - Vincent Solfronk

    • Public Works - Arthur Wilder

    • CRR - Harold Houston

    • CAB - Elizabeth Murray

  4. State & City Representatives

    • AL House of Representatives- Neil Rafferty, District 54

    • City Council Representatives

      • Hunter Williams, Councilor, District 2

      • Valerie A. Abbott, Councilor, District 3

    • School Board

      • Neonta Williams, District 2

      • Mary Boehm, District 3

  5. Announcements

    • Brush pickup dates - TBD

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

    • Street Sweeper - February 9th

    • Next meeting - February 28th

Meeting Minutes for November 2021

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November 22, 2021 Minutes

I Read Previous Meeting Minutes - October 2021

  • October 2021 meeting minutes were read to meeting attendees.

II New Business

  • Approve October 2021 meeting minutes

    • Motion to approve minutes was made by Houston Brown and seconded by Dr. William Meneese.

      • Motion was approved by unanimous consent

  • Paul Rich - Crestwood park

    • Presented Crestwood Pickleball Group’s proposal for renovating pickleball courts at Crestwood Park

    • The proposal is to modify the 4 junior tennis courts into pickle ball courts, oriented north to south.  Junior courts currently face east to west.

    • Motion to support the Crestwood Pickleball Group’s proposal for renovating the junior tennis courts into 4 pickleball courts oriented north to south at Crestwood Park made by Elizabeth Murray and seconded by Houston Brown.

      • Motion was approved by unanimous consent

  • Application for Alcohol Business License - Purple Event Center

    • Ms. Enge has applied for an alcohol business license for her business, Purple Event Center

    • Two types of licenses requested:

      • Division I Dance Permit (customers)- to all customers to dance during events

      • Special Retail License (over 30 days)- to allow alcohol to be served when the event center is rented out for an event

    • Motion to approve the Purple Event Center License Application was made by Dr. William Meneese and seconded by Houston Brown.

      • Motion was approved by unanimous consent

III Reports

  • Officer Reports

    • Clairmont Avenue Walking Trail- retaining wall partially collapsed (4900 block)

      • Discussion about damage to the retaining walk on the 4900 block of the Clairmont Walking Trail. India Bailey and Valerie Abbott have both forwarded photos of damage to the city.

      • Dr. William Meneese requested to formally thank Councilor Williams and office for the Clairmont Walking Trail lighting project being completed. Elizabeth Murray volunteered to write a formal thank you letter from the neighborhood.

  • Fire

    • Not present

  • Police - Jessica Burton

    • Toy and Coat Drive November 12th through December 10th- Donations may be made to any precinct, jail, or police headquarters. Anyone in need can call 205-933-4175 to register.

    • Reminder to monitor deliveries and lock cars

    • Dr. William Meneese asked about enforcement of the refuse dumping ordinance on Clairmont Walking Trail property. Officer Burton and Arthur Wilder (Public Works) will follow up on refuse being dumped on the 52nd block of Clairmont. Councilor Abbott clarified that photographs will stand in for witnessing refuse dumping. So, if neighbors are able to photograph those in the act of illegal dumping, thy can forward those to the neighborhood representatives and police.

  • Birmingham Library - Vincent Solfronk

    • Not present

  • Public Works - Arthur Wilder

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

    • Request to have 3 dead trees marked with red flags on Clairmont Walking Trail removed. Inspector Wilder will follow-up with forestry to have those removed.

  • CRR - Harold Houston

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

    • CSNA current neighborhood balance: $12,756.41.

    • Request for 1 table for MLK Unity Breakfast is in process with accounting and law department

    • Swearing in ceremony for Mayor Woodfin taking place in Linn Park at 12pm (pre-ceremony beginning at 11am) on November 23rd

    • Urban forestry contact number for requesting removal of dead trees from the Clairmont Walking Trail: 204-254-2631

  • CAB - Elizabeth Murray

    • Metrochangers for repairs and building ramps on houses, decks, roofs, etc… Elizabeth Murray can share application form with neighbors upon request

    • NUSA conference will be in Little Rock, AR- more details to come

    • CAB and county have received substantial amount of money from The American Recovery Act

    • 2022 World Games- City looking for volunteers for the 2022 World Games and is now taking applications for food vendors

IV City Representatives

  • City Council Representatives

    • Hunter Williams, Councilor, District 2- India Bailey present to provide updates

      • Council voted to revoke business license and shut down the USA EconoLodge on November 16th

      • Councilor’s office delivered turkeys and meals over the past week

      • Completion of Clairmont Walking Trail lighting project

      • Discussion about lights on Clairmont Walking Trail being too bright. India will ask Alabama Power if there is anything that can be done to manage brightness.

    • Valerie A. Abbott, Councilor, District 3

      • US Secretary of Labor, Martin Walsh, held a rally at Kelly Ingram Park November 22nd to express success at raising the minimum wage of contract employees to $15

      • Week of November 15th, Mayor Woodfin and City Council members had a retreat at Jones Valley Teaching Farm to discuss city issues and city strategy

      • 311 system being updated to a more nationally used system which is planned to be deployed by Quarter 1 2022

      • Council members received a copy of the proposals for spending the American Recovery Act funding and have having continued discussions on the allocation of this funding. There will also be a second tranche of funding.

      • Discussion about tunnel going under Crestwood Boulevard and which district the tunnel is in, concerns about refuse surrounding that area and utility lines that are near or on the ground in that are. Some work already performed in October/November 2021 on the trees causing the bulk of the issues

  • School Board

    • Neonta Williams, District 2

      • Not present

    • Mary Boehm, District 3

      • Not present

V Announcements

  • Brush pickup dates - November 30th, December 21st

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

  • Next meeting - January 24, 2022

Meeting Agenda for November 2021

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  1. Read Meeting Minutes - October 2021

  2. New Business

    • Paul Rich - Crestwood Park Pickleball Courts

    • Application for Alcohol Business License - Purple Event Center

  3. Reports

    • Officer Report

      • Clairmont Walking Trail - Retaining wall partially collapsed (4900 Clairmont Avenue Block)

    • Fire

    • Police

    • Birmingham Library - Vincent Solfronk

    • Public Works - Arthur Wilder

    • CRR - Harold Houston

    • CAB - Elizabeth Murray

  4. State & 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

  5. Announcements

    • Brush pickup dates- November 30th, December 21st

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

    • Next meeting- January 24, 2022