Finance - June 16, 2025
Homewood Mayor Alex Wyatt announced a shift in Edgewood parking plans after securing a letter of intent from Dawson Baptist Church to lease their parking deck. Also approved was a demolition contract for the former Waffle House property, a new bid for interior library renovations, three Flock cameras with Alabama Power, and a grant management contract for Mayfair stormwater funds. And a $10,000 grant will boost library collections for teens and children.
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Dawson Baptist Parking Deck Agreement: Mayor Alex Wyatt shared an update not listed as an official agenda item. The city is adjusting its Edgewood parking strategy as it works out an agreement with Dawson Baptist Church. Dawson has agreed to issue a letter of intent that would allow the City of Homewood to lease its parking deck for public use Monday through Saturday, from 7:00am to 9:00pm. This would provide 325 additional parking spaces on the second, third, and fourth floors of the deck, located just steps from the Edgewood business district. Sundays would remain reserved exclusively for church use. In exchange, the city will carry insurance on the deck during public access hours, be responsible for general upkeep and any damages during its use, and plans to work with Dawson on signage to clearly mark public hours and access information. Because of this new opportunity, the city will no longer pursue construction of the 29 parking spaces along Oxmoor, as previously planned.
Item 02.02.25: This was a stormwater project update related to October flooding. No action was taken, but they confirmed plans would go out Wednesday or Thursday. Carried over
Item 26.04.25: A request related to the BMS system was delayed to allow more time for financial staff to prepare. The presentation was pushed to June 30, when the rescheduled July committee meetings will now be held. Carried over
Item 44.04.25: This was a request tied to infrastructure for Samford’s Creekside project. Since Samford officially withdrew that proposal, the committee voted to drop the item. Dropped
Item 14.05.25: A widening project on Lakeshore near I-65 continues to stall while the city works to get pricing. Carried over
Item 01.05.25: This was for interior finishes in phase three of the Homewood Library renovation. After receiving four bids, the lowest bidder was $313,927. The city will fund the project using existing bond funds rather than the library’s capital account to help spend down the remaining bond balance. Approved
Item 18.05.25: The committee confirmed the bid date for U.S. 31 tunnel improvements is set for July 8 at 3:00pm. Carried over
Item 01.06.25: This was to approve a demolition contract for the old Waffle House site at 185 Oxmoor Road. Grey’s Demolition will handle the work for $28,750, with funding split between the demolition budget and the mayor’s fund. The slab will remain temporarily. Approved
Item 02.06.25: The city manager was given permission to sign a five-year, $812.52/month contract with Alabama Power to install three Flock license plate reader cameras. This marks the first time the city is partnering directly with Alabama Power for camera service. Approved
Item 03.06.25: This item allowed the city manager to contract with the Regional Planning Commission of Greater Birmingham for $60,000 in federal grant management services related to the Mayfair stormwater project. The cost will be paid from a $1 million federal appropriation at no cost to the city. Approved
Item 04.06.25: The committee discussed a $10,000 Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grant to buy books for teen and children’s collections. The city will pay $2,500 upfront as the required 25% match and be reimbursed for the rest. Approved
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Public Works - June 16, 2025
The Public Works Committee approved three right-of-way projects: a stormwater berm at East Linwood Grove, alley paving at 3067 Drive, and a sump pump pipe on Roseland Drive.
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Item 05.06.25: This request was to install a stormwater diversion device—a raised berm—at the East Linwood Grove roundabout to help redirect water away from a nearby home that often floods. Approved
Item 06.06.25: This item gave permission for the homeowners at 3067 Drive to pave a short section of alley within the city’s right-of-way for access to a rear garage. Approved
Item 07.06.25: This request allowed a resident on Roseland Drive to run a small 2-inch pipe through a paper alley to connect their sump pump to the city's waterway. Approved
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Special Issues - June 16, 2025
10.06.25: This request was from Lewis Communications was to set up a temporary lemonade stand in front of Track Shack on June 28 from 1:00–4:00pm. The purpose was brand awareness, not to sell anything, but to use the lemonade stand as a playful symbol of small business entrepreneurship. There was concern about using public sidewalk space for a commercial promotion and whether other areas like Soho Square or the farmers market would be more appropriate. However, the committee ultimately approved the request in a 3–2 vote. Approved
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Planning & Development - June 16, 2025
A rezoning and development plan for nine residential lots on Historical Drive was deferred. Samford University’s amended plan for Stadium Village, featuring 220 student beds and new concourse-level facilities at 800 Lakeshore Drive, will go to a public hearing June 23 after the second proposed village failed to receive a variance.
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Item 12.02.25 and Item 13.02.25: These two items were tied together and involved a request to rezone and approve a final development plan for property on Historical Drive, covering nine residential lots over seven acres. The committee voted to defer both items. Carried over
Item 10.05.25: This was to set a public hearing for June 23, 2025, to consider an amended development plan for Samford University’s Bulldog District at 800 Lakeshore Drive. The proposal includes construction of two residential villages, but only one—Stadium Village—is moving forward after the other was denied a variance. Stadium Village will have 220 student beds, parking, and active student space at the football stadium’s concourse level. The committee discussed whether changes to the advertised map required delaying the hearing but agreed it was not a legal issue and could be explained at the hearing. The item was sent out without recommendation pending public hearing. Carried over
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