Birmingham City Council

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Birmingham approves data center ordinance, facing public’s criticism

Residents packed the city council chamber urging revisions and additional safeguards, while councillors said delaying action could give existing facilities room to expand unchecked.

June 10, 2026

Mayor Woodfin proposes $615 million budget for Birmingham

The spending plan prioritized neighborhood repairs, youth programs, transit, public safety and raises as it moved to the City Council.

May 22, 2026

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Birmingham City Council considers, delays vote on data center ordinance

After hearing both praise and criticism of the proposed ordinance, council members elected to take more time to weigh the measure.

April 29, 2026

Birmingham City Council approves legislative priorities for 2026 session

Birmingham is asking lawmakers for expanded authority to combat blight, penalize neglectful property owners and support community development.

January 8, 2026

Birmingham commits $1M toward emergency relief for SNAP families

Mayor Woodfin proposed $1 million in emergency aid and a citywide food drive to help the 23,000 Birmingham residents losing SNAP benefits.

October 31, 2025

Sonja Smith’s campaign for Birmingham City Council surges before runoff

Sonja Smith's campaign garnered endorsements from nearly every major elected official and robust fundraising ahead of the runoff election.

October 6, 2025

Birmingham City Council candidate Brian Gunn to host community events ahead of runoff

Gunn's campaign has been focused on grassroots mobilization, reportedly knocking on more than 7,000 doors and making over 5,000 phone calls.

September 30, 2025

Brian Gunn endorsed by leading youth organizations

Brian Gunn received endorsements from three major youth-focused Democratic organizations.

July 9, 2025

Joe May launches campaign for Birmingham City Council, District 8

Joe May, an educator and urban farmer, launched his campaign with a community-centered kickoff.

June 19, 2025

April Myers Williams announces candidacy for Birmingham City Council

Myers Williams previously served on the Birmingham City Schools Board representing District 8.

June 16, 2025