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As we watch winter weather conditions, here is how to report issues and get help if needed. Our teams are prepared, coordinated, and ready to respond to help keep the community safe. If you see unsafe sidewalks, streets, or other hazards, please report them right away. You can contact Homewood Police Department or Homewood Public Works using the info below: Report Dangerous Road Conditions Homewood Police 205-322-6200 Report Road/Sidewalk/Surface/Other Dangerous Conditions Homewood Public Works 205-332-6816 Report Power Outage to Alabama Power 1-800-888-2726 Residential General Calls to Alabama Power 1-800-245-2244 ⦿ Alabama Power Outage Maps: Customers may utilize our Outage Map and Outage Alert system to receive real-time information about outages in their area. More information can be found here: APC Outage Map ⦿ Follow Along: Customers can follow @AlabamaPower on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter for more information and updates and visit alabamapower.com/winterweather for tips on storm safety, winter prep and managing usage.
This crew is ready! Jason Priester, Brandon Priester, and Michael Thompson will be out in front of any winter weather helping make roads safer before any impacts begin. Their work helps ensure emergency crews can move quickly when conditions change, while monitoring surface areas to keep you from harm. Along-side this crew, Homewood Fire has 4-wheel drive vehicles at every station to support medics, and city staff will also monitor for any flooding concerns. This level of preparation reflects the strength of our city leadership and staff. They plan ahead, coordinate across departments, and stay ready to serve so our community can stay safe no matter what the weather brings. Here are some helpful resources: Report Dangerous Road Conditions Homewood Police 205-322-6200 Report Road/Sidewalk/Surface/Other Dangerous Conditions HWD Public Works 205-332-6816 Report Power Outage to Alabama Power 1-800-888-2726 Residential General Calls to Alabama Power 1-800-245-2244 ⦿ Alabama Power Outage Maps: Customers may utilize our Outage Map and Outage Alert system to receive real-time information about outages in their area. More information can be found here: APC Outage Map ⦿ Follow Along: Customers can follow @AlabamaPower on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter for more information and updates and visit alabamapower.com/winterweather for tips on storm safety, winter prep and managing usage.
At the State of the City Address, January 20, 2026, Mayor Jennifer Andress shared a clear and detailed look at where Homewood stands and where it is going. The city closed 2025 with a $2.1 million surplus after employee bonuses and a 4.5 percent cost of living adjustment. Sales tax, property tax, lodging tax, business licenses, and Parks and Rec revenue all increased, with a 2026 budget of $75.6 million. Major projects are underway, including the Shades Creek Pavilion and trailhead opening this spring, the Central Avenue TAP project, completion of the Green Springs sidewalk, the Highway 31 corridor project moving toward bid in 2026, and construction beginning next month on the long awaited I-65 diverging diamond interchange near Walmart. The city is also launching its Comprehensive Plan, inviting residents to help shape the next 100 years, while continuing strong support for schools with $12 million dedicated to education in 2025.
Council Sets The Interview Process For Hiring City Manager Pre-Council Meeting January 12, 2026 The January 12, 2026 pre-council meeting discussed the city manager search, with council reviewing interview procedures. HR Director Kim Kinder shared the job was posted December 19 with applications due January 16, listed the minimum qualifications, and said about 40 applications had been received so far. A resident asked why an ICMA credential was not required for candidates. Staff said keeping minimum requirements preserves flexibility given legal timelines and the residency requirement, while still aiming for a highly qualified hire. Council also teed up three January 26, 6:00pm public hearings, the condemnation and planned demolition of an unsafe house at 1625 26th Avenue South, an amended plan for Homewood Community Church to build a new two story 30,797 square foot facility behind The Edge with added buffers plus stormwater and traffic controls, and Brookdale University Park’s plan to replace unused parking with a fenced pickleball court with no lights. Agenda: https://bit.ly/3NgmgqM
At the January 8, 2026 meeting, the Board of Zoning Adjustments denied a request to reduce the required landscape buffer from 15 feet to 5 feet for the planned mixed use retail, office, and medical project on the vacant lot at 1707 Reese Street, called 'Reese Street Courtyard.' Located right behind Nall Daniels Animal Hospital, the concept has been in the works for several years and is meant to add new businesses and much needed parking. The board focused on the fact that the plan chose to build more parking than required. That decision created the conflict with the landscaping rules, rather than a hardship tied to the property itself. The BZA also approved a front setback variance to allow a master bedroom to be added to the front of the house at 3410 Avalon Road, and approved a fence repair variance at 300 Woodland Drive. Agenda: https://bit.ly/4qcchBd
Join the City of Homewood and the Homewood Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, January 20, at 11:30am at the Valley Hotel . As part of the monthly luncheon, Mayor Jennifer Andress will share updates, city highlights, and the vision for 2026. Registration is required and closes Jan. 14: https://bit.ly/49m1VHP
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