Committee Meetings 02/05/24

Finance Highlights 02/05/24

1. Committee approved a request to authorize the Mayor to sign an agreement with ALDOT for the Operation of Traffic Control Signals along US 31 and AL 149 (Lakeshore). This is part of a larger project ALDOT is undertaking, involving all municipalities in our area, that require them to have control of the timing of the lights.

2. Committee approved a request to authorize the Mayor to acquire Alabama Firefighter Disability Insurance. This was not budgeted for 2024 and the plan will be that the funding will come out of the workers comp fund. This is secondary insurance for a tenured fireman who become disabled due to cancer. Alabama requires the city to carry this policy as a secondary policy that will pay benefits up to $3000 after primary coverage ends.

Agenda: https://bit.ly/3SJqI1o

Upcoming meeting schedules: https://bit.ly/3bvufcT

Archived meetings: http://bit.ly/2UiSIaA

Watch the full video above to learn more about all the items presented.

Public Safety Highlights 02/05/24

1. Committee dropped a request for permission to add a crosswalk with pedestrian signals at Saulter Road and South Wellington Road near the new Saulter park.

2. Council approved two requests for consideration for "Special Event" liquor licenses at the Battery for a crawfish boil and for the "Taste of Homewood", both to take place February 21, 2024.

Agenda: https://bit.ly/49kAJHW

Upcoming meeting schedules: https://bit.ly/3bvufcT

Archived meetings: http://bit.ly/2UiSIaA

Watch the full video above to learn more about all the items presented.

Public Works Highlights 02/05/24

1. Committee approved the lone item it had which was a request for consideration to permit replacement of existing retaining wall in the right-of-way at 608 Warwick Road.

Agenda: https://bit.ly/4917uu5

Upcoming meeting schedules: https://bit.ly/3bvufcT

Archived meetings: http://bit.ly/2UiSIaA

Watch the full video above to learn more about all the items presented.

Special Issues Highlights 02/05/24

1. Committee carried over and item for a request for permission for use of the Plaza for Vulcan Vault Competition in July. The event plans to use space that may require road to be shutdown or traffic to be diverted. Committee advised applicant to work with Homewood police to be sure their pan is viable, and then they will revisit this item at the next meeting Feb. 19.

2. Committee approved a request for permission for facility use agreement for the plaza for Taste of Homewood February 21, 2024.

Agenda: https://bit.ly/3HMOjrL

Upcoming meeting schedules: https://bit.ly/3bvufcT

Archived meetings: http://bit.ly/2UiSIaA

Watch the full video to learn more about all the items presented.

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HHS Ranked #3 In Alabama

09 May, 2024

Homewood High School Ranks Third Among Alabama Public Schools In the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings for 2024, Homewood High School ranked third among Alabama's best public high schools. The top 11 public high schools in Alabama, according to the magazine, are: Loveless Academic Magnet Program High School, Montgomery New Century Tech Demo High School, Huntsville Homewood High School Mountain Brook High School Vestavia Hills High School James Clemens High School, Madison Spain Park High School, Hoover Hewitt-Trussville High School Brewbaker Tech Magnet High School, Montgomery Oak Mountain High School, Shelby County Hoover High School The rankings consider factors like college readiness, state test scores, graduation rates, Advanced Placement participation and performance, and the achievement of Black, Hispanic, and low-income students. Homewood's strong performance across these metrics earned it a well-deserved spot among Alabama's elite public high schools.

Council Meeting 05/06/24

07 May, 2024

City Council meeting highlights, May 6 2024 1. Council approved a request for permission to add a crosswalk across Seminole Drive and East Hawthorne Road at the intersection with Oxmoor Road. 2. Council approved a request to add 11 parking spaces in the Right-of-Way at 65 Old Montgomery Highway for Covenant Presbyterian Church. Agenda: https://bit.ly/4b3uMQQ Upcoming meeting schedules: https://bit.ly/3bvufcT Archived meetings: http://bit.ly/2UiSIaA For all the details about this meeting watch the video above.

The Legendary Brushstrokes of Steve Skipper

30 Apr, 2024

His brushstrokes capture intricate details with photographic precision! Steve Skipper's "Coming Home" exhibition is available now for viewing on the city hall's first floor! The Homewood Art Council is presenting this six-week show, ending May 30th. Skipper recently completed a commissioned painting for Buckingham Palace - the first by an African American artist. The piece depicts Queen Elizabeth II and Princess Anne with one of the royal horses. It'll be unveiled in Atlanta, Washington, and London over the next few months. Skipper is a Homewood native, growing up in the Rosedale neighborhood. He dedicates this exhibition to his fourth-grade teacher, Ms. Vernell Saunders. He aims to honor her impact through this homecoming showcase of his artwork. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3xVFF8B

Committee Meetings 04/29/24

30 Apr, 2024

Finance Highlights 04/29/24 1. Committee approved to have the mayor sign an agreement with Verizon for the city's wireless cell phone contract. Agenda: https://bit.ly/3xZK6zv Upcoming meeting schedules: https://bit.ly/3bvufcT Archived meetings: http://bit.ly/2UiSIaA Watch the full video above to learn more about all the items presented.

Meet Homewood's New Fire Chief

25 Apr, 2024

After the recent retirement of Chief Nick Hill, Mayor Patrick McClusky has named Brandon Broadhead as the new fire chief for the City of Homewood. Broadhead brings almost 20 years of experience within Homewood's fire department to the role, having served in various leadership positions, most recently as deputy chief. Brandon is very proficient with technology, and will bring that expertise to this position. His top priority is to use technology and other methods to help ensure the deployment of the right personnel for efficient emergency response, rather than a predefined list of firefighters and paramedics. Broadhead also wants to foster strong relationships with surrounding municipalities, enabling seamless collaboration in responding to emergencies within each other's jurisdictions, bolstering staffing and equipment capabilities - a common practice that strengthens the resilience of all departments.

Council Meeting 04/22/24

23 Apr, 2024

City Council meeting highlights, April 22, 2024 1. Council approved a request by Homewood's IT Director for a budget amendment for FY 23-24 to increase security and efficiency with the city's Microsoft account. 2. Council approved a request for consideration to authorize the Mayor to sign a contract with Carr, Riggs, & Ingram for accounting work to handle city finances until a new finance director can be hired. 3. After a public hearing, council approved condemnation of the apartment buildings at 10, 12, 14, 16, and 18 Aspen Cove at The Park at Buckingham due to being unsafe. 4. Council approved the Final Development Plan at 232 Green Springs Highway for Bank of America to permit the construction of a 4,235 sq. ft., single story, branch bank, as well as associated parking, landscaping, and other site improvements. (The Planning Commission had a vote of 6-0-1 for a favorable recommendation) 5. Council approved moving May council meeting dates to accommodate for Memorial Day. The dates will now be May 6 ad 20. Agenda: https://bit.ly/3xKblxU Upcoming meeting schedules: https://bit.ly/3bvufcT Archived meetings: http://bit.ly/2UiSIaA For all the details about this meeting watch the video above.

Committee Meetings 04/15/24

16 Apr, 2024

Finance Highlights 04/15/24 1. Committee approved a request by Homewood's new IT Director, Brandon Sims, for a budget amendment for FY 23-24 to increase security and efficiency with the city's Microsoft account. 2. Committee approved a request for consideration to authorize the Mayor to sign a contract with Carr, Riggs, & Ingram for accounting work to handle city finances until a new finance director can be hired. Agenda: https://bit.ly/3vSWjFh Upcoming meeting schedules: https://bit.ly/3bvufcT Archived meetings: http://bit.ly/2UiSIaA Watch the full video above to learn more about all the items presented.

Paving Projects May Effect You!

05 Apr, 2024

Heads up, residents! Road and alley paving projects begin Monday, April 8! The entire project on this list may take several months, weather depending. If your street is on the list, you should receive a flyer with all the details before work begins. Please park your cars in the driveway to allow crews easy access. We'll do our best to keep you updated as the project moves along. Paving planned for 4/29-5/3 Hollywood Belmont 25th Terrace Woodfern 28th Ave S Completed Crest Lane Saulter Lane Crest Drive Overlook Road West Glenwood Raleigh Gillon Woodvale Carr Mountain Ridge Fair Harbor Brookwood Medical Brookwood Blvd

Planning Commission 04/02/24

03 Apr, 2024

Planning Commission meeting 04/02/24 Agenda: https://bit.ly/3vANyjca Upcoming meeting schedules: https://bit.ly/3bvufcT Archived meetings: http://bit.ly/2UiSIaA

Committee Meetings 04/01/24

02 Apr, 2024

Finance Committee 04/01/24 Agenda: https://bit.ly/4czAXgR Upcoming meeting schedules: https://bit.ly/3bvufcT Archived meetings: http://bit.ly/2UiSIaA Watch the full video above to learn more about all the items presented.