City Council sets public hearings and approves budget amendments for Homewood projects

The Homewood City Council convened on May 19, 2025, to address various agenda items, including public hearings, budget amendments, and infrastructure improvements. The meeting commenced with a motion to approve an amendment, which passed unanimously with a vote of 10 to 0.

The council then moved to the consent agenda, which included three items. A motion to approve this agenda was made by Councilor Smith and seconded by Councilor Woolverton, also passing 10 to 0.

A public hearing was scheduled for June at 6 PM regarding a sign variance at 2822 Central Avenue, initiated by Jared Lewis of Central Avenue Holdings. However, a motion to drop this item was made by Councilor Andress and seconded by Councilor Aleman, which also passed unanimously.

Further public hearings were set for June 9 at 6 PM concerning several zoning ordinance amendments and other planning matters. These included a proposal to amend Article 4 of the zoning ordinance related to permitted uses in PMUD, presented by Cale Smith.

The council discussed several finance-related items, including a request to schedule a bid date for the Homewood Library interior finishes phase 3, which was set for June 10 at 3 PM. Additionally, a contract to replace a pool liner due to creek wall failure was approved, along with a budget amendment related to a property survey in Rosedale.

The council also considered requests for business license penalty waivers. The first request from Blow Hair Bar was approved with a vote of 8 to 2, while a waiver for Robimans was denied with a vote of 0 to 4. A waiver for Constantine International Food was approved with a vote of 9 to 1.

The meeting concluded with a request for the installation of a traffic calming system on the western end of Oxmoor Road, which was brought forth by Councilors Woolverton and Olivon. The council's discussions and decisions reflect ongoing efforts to address community needs and improve local governance.