Development News for Vestavia Hills, Alabama

Annual Ordinances Authorizing Jefferson and Shelby Counties Approved

Ordinances 3338 and 3339 were approved, authorizing Jefferson County and Shelby County, respectively. These are annual ordinances related to these authorizations. Ordinance 3338 was approved with a unanimous vote. Ordinance 3339 was also approved with a unanimous vote.

April Financial Report Shows $1 Million Reduction in Fund Balance, Year-to-Date Gain of $9.2 Million

The financial report for April shows reconciled cash at $52.7 million, with $42.4 million in general funds and $10.3 million restricted. April revenue was $4.2 million with expenses of $5.2 million, resulting in a reduction in fund balance of $1 million for the month. Year-to-date revenue is $53.5 million with expenses of $44.3 million, showing a net gain of $9.2 million in fund balance. Year-to-date numbers are $7.3 million above budget and $1.6 million above last year's numbers, indicating that major revenues are tracking ahead.

Alcohol License Approved for Brad and Joe Liquor in Cahaba Heights

An alcohol license was approved for Brad and Joe Liquor, located next to the former Winn Dixie in Cahaba Heights. The business, formerly a Circle K gas station, has been converted to a Chevron. The owner confirmed that employees are trained under the VI program, they ID everyone 40 or under, and use a scanner to detect fake IDs, ensuring responsible alcohol sales and preventing sales to minors. A public hearing was held with no public comment.

Multiple Ordinances Introduced for First Read, Including Rezoning and Conditional Uses

Several ordinances were introduced as first reads, meaning no action was taken. These include a rezoning of five properties on Green Valley Road and five on Sunview Drive from SD-L, R-8, R-4 to R-9. A conditional use approval for a donation drop-off center at 3253 Guide Light Road and for a dog grooming business at 3155 Green Valley Road were also introduced. Additionally, an ordinance granting a cable television franchise agreement to Spectrum Southeast and an ordinance authorizing the execution of documents related to manufacturer incentives for mobile radios were presented. Finally, Resolution 3640, approving an economic development incentive agreement for Walmart Incorporated, was also introduced.