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Key outcomes: Council votes during the meeting included declarations of public nuisance for these properties (as recorded in the meeting minutes and staff recommendations): 1807 Mayfair Drive (owner: Davis Investment LLC) — declared a public nuisance and recorded as Resolution 25‑162; 2534 Central Avenue (owner: Corey Chambers) — declared a public nuisance, Resolution 25‑163; 251 Carr Avenue (owner: Bullard Garage LLC) — declared a public nuisance and referred to the abatement board (resolution numbering clarified in meeting minutes as 25‑164); and 1045 Forest Brook Drive (owner: Benny Charles) — declared a public nuisance, Resolution 25‑165.

Dropped and continued items: The council also dropped enforcement for one property after staff reported the owner had completed abatement and provided updated photos (property owned by RETB LLC) — the council voted to drop that case. Another property at 20 West Lakeshore Drive was also dropped after the owner cut a dead tree and arranged cleanup. A separate property at 109 Hanover Road was continued with the public hearing left open and carried to the Sept. 29 meeting to allow the owner additional time; staff will provide the owner’s contact information to the assigned council liaison.

Staff reports and enforcement process: For many items Code Enforcement staff (Brian Cook) reported site conditions, the posting and certified‑mail notice process, and that owners had been given time to abate before council consideration. For one vacant commercial site (251 Carr Avenue) staff noted a possible lawsuit among owners and police reports that unauthorized individuals had occupied the structure; staff recommended referral to the abatement board because the structure is open, lacks utilities, and has had reported trespassing and lock changes. Police (Chief Frost) discussed transient occupancy concerns at that location.

Procedural notes: For properties declared public nuisances the council followed the standard process staff outlined: notice and posting, a public hearing, and a council declaration initiating a statutory remedy period. Staff told the council that if owners do not comply within the statutory timeframe the city may schedule abatement and place a lien on the property for the cost of work. Several items passed unanimously; where owners had voluntarily abated conditions, cases were dropped to avoid further action.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Homewood Council Meeting - September 15, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","At its Sept. 15 meeting the Homewood City Council handled a batch of property‑condition items: it declared multiple vacant or poorly maintained properties public nuisances (several resolutions passed), dropped others after owners abated conditions, and continued at least one public hearing for more time.","taxTitle","Homewood City, Jefferson County, Alabama","taxId",65544,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},5982903,"Homewood council authorizes two three‑year ThinkGuard agreements for data backup and disaster recovery",35,2249000,2284000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5774435-aea8fbf555ec0d89937afe1547c1e262&start=2249&end=2284","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5774435-aea8fbf555ec0d89937afe1547c1e262/thumbnail_2249000.jpg","/articles/5982903/Homewood-City/Jefferson-County/Alabama/Homewood-council-authorizes-two-threeyear-ThinkGuard-agreements-for-data-backup-and-disaster-recovery","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/5982903-3244c1dcb8b4ff6050e3973c21235da4/orig.mp4?Expires=1775363651&Signature=N6o~KnaYka5RL6aQ0LASSbs4XB4dwNq2nfek1hLa0mCzk5myylbMD1bjBxdY-4ulBdaDTPILJUaLctohPoC0Pdd5psduVvjuhpef4ptq3LbZ0HDqAIsn6EeHLdGRgmPM35UKw8qQU~pIm26yFooqQn4tNWtOS7W7oGDg9Jy4izVevWkc4681xIOizhff7R07ITMpavRbAOZBCmF0293WekankgHxSaQ9dL3YVDDo4CO173u9fiGoXqujdYtCvTQ8aNZSL9JW5aMzuD9ubnKupxTyIBImiR6az4V~~9U-lTRLyfq~vavzBKvNAiC7mreu9aFArtxtOPqPhn1jQ5P52A__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Homewood City Council authorized the city manager on Sept. 15 to enter into two three‑year agreements with ThinkGuard to replace the city’s existing data backup and disaster‑recovery solutions. The measure passed as Resolution 25‑166.

Staff context: City staff, identified in committee as Brandon Sims, presented information about the proposed replacement during committee review and remained at the council meeting to answer questions. Staff said the ThinkGuard agreements would modernize the city’s backup and disaster‑recovery capability; the contracts cover replacement of the current solution and related services over a three‑year term.

Council action and vote: A councilor moved approval on the floor, and the council approved the authorization in committee and at final vote. The item was reported as passing in committee and then adopted by the full council; minutes recorded the final vote as 9–0 after a committee roll‑call clarification. The resolution authorizes the city manager to sign the two three‑year ThinkGuard agreements.

Next steps: With council authorization, city staff will finalize contractual documents, execute the agreements, and begin migration and implementation planning with ThinkGuard under the terms approved by staff and the city attorney.","The council authorized the city manager to sign two three‑year contracts with ThinkGuard to replace the city's existing backup and disaster‑recovery systems; the resolution passed unanimously after committee review (Resolution 25‑166).",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},5982909,"Council approves amended development plan for 7 Brew at 215 Lakeshore Parkway",609,450000,1059000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5774435-aea8fbf555ec0d89937afe1547c1e262&start=450&end=1059","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5774435-aea8fbf555ec0d89937afe1547c1e262/thumbnail_450000.jpg","/articles/5982909/Homewood-City/Jefferson-County/Alabama/Council-approves-amended-development-plan-for-7-Brew-at-215-Lakeshore-Parkway","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/5982909-11d059ced501e9128adfbd51a4695fb7/orig.mp4?Expires=1775363651&Signature=JQU6j6QzntdwxuYHmUTm3xuzutFUZJtxzMy~uG9IkipjQIDRXutk0BiapwfJep2GclL-RUhtA~5bg1hgJDqa8t24Sl6sYnhicf0lJrXI~HJR9bUHsJunqrkroaJHo2hopusgEuVv907RnAjQa7To6vK-grpMmVc4RtuEWzaqy989U90NQ5Iw~KneWqgaU8lUbN7a3pXJvya3vyPiEsGQdmGeqaGxFJzj3usLMJ4HnIdyhUHIEukCBS-7IT0myx-XmPD3eoJUNFjLXi0MDULLtfJ9isOeLYytsh08P-9CWZmB9BAkLq-ewxhdF8i2hIa2yARouoUIZLzSpnYdCas65w__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Homewood City Council voted unanimously on Sept. 15 to amend the final development plan for the planned mixed‑use district at 215 Lakeshore Parkway, clearing the way for a single‑story, 722‑square‑foot retail building proposed for a 7 Brew coffee stand. The council recorded passage as Ordinance No. 29‑52.

Why it matters: The amendment modifies the property’s PMUD (planned mixed‑use district) final development plan and permits a dual drive‑through facility, a configuration that councilors and staff said could affect local traffic patterns. The planning commission recommended the change 6–0, and the city council’s committee referred the item to the full council without recommendation (committee vote 5–0).

Project details and debate: The applicant’s representative, Wells Holiday of Southern Brew Corp., identified himself as the franchise owner‑operator and civil engineer for the proposal and answered council questions about site layout. The proposed single‑story building would total 722 square feet and include two drive‑through lanes. Planning staff reported stacking capacity of more than 20 vehicles on site before queues would encroach off site. Councilor Knowles asked whether a different building orientation was feasible to reduce the chance of cars spilling onto the adjacent strip; the Planning Commission discussed orientation at its meeting and was told re‑orientation was not an option, but still gave a favorable recommendation.

The ordinance reading: City staff read the ordinance text on first reading, which references the parcel (Parcel ID 29‑00‑26‑2‑000‑001.005) and previous ordinance approvals for the PMUD. Section 3 of the ordinance text, as read into the record, also fixes Sept. 15, 2025, at 6 p.m. for a public hearing on the amended final development plan; the council then proceeded with unanimous consent and final approval. The ordinance as adopted states that the amended plan will control uses and restrictions for the property and includes notice and posting requirements for neighboring property owners.

Outcome and next steps: The council approved unanimous consent for the ordinance and then voted to adopt it; roll calls recorded unanimous support. The ordinance will become effective upon the mayor’s approval or otherwise in accordance with applicable procedures.","Homewood City Council approved an amendment to the final development plan allowing construction of a single‑story, 722‑square‑foot 7 Brew coffee building with two drive‑through lanes; Planning Commission recommended approval 6–0 and the council vote was unanimous (ordinance number 29‑52).",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},5982915,"Homewood council declares property a public nuisance, gives owner 30 days to clean up",437,0,437000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5774435-aea8fbf555ec0d89937afe1547c1e262&start=0&end=437","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5774435-aea8fbf555ec0d89937afe1547c1e262/thumbnail_0.jpg","/articles/5982915/Homewood-City/Jefferson-County/Alabama/Homewood-council-declares-property-a-public-nuisance-gives-owner-30-days-to-clean-up","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/5982915-74e576d7d402712cf4fe579fd6a5b777/orig.mp4?Expires=1775363651&Signature=QYpMjUfQGBJsprh61Y8Bl56QpAgp96c7x-nJu2k48V2r3zB87heDlfOwxJ1zIlFmoEqI78VFTVjI9lbEOIQTSZ0fwcYer2Jd9U7FzHkkwdHpycJBE1akiVTej6qDxE6pqZ8Mh55pKZvgWOeePmrXrGUTVt7fJwGzvUBna4pccWMC1vBpHzsgPy2tXdve7Ri7V1M36XMzYd6GC24X9yvS8olzqUHr-E6DB4il3Qg224lAF1u3RcEHnUov4L~sK5Q1iCIimOthR4XFvJPK81OL~1CyV71KL8sZoooSMN1Pjv731tW3EU-nByApxRj7xFOFWQ1jU6h27QVS8DcWj-GBtg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Homewood City Council voted 9–1 on Sept. 15 to declare a privately owned parcel a public nuisance and give the owner 30 days to remove debris and other hazards, or the city will schedule cleanup and place a lien on the property. The council recorded the action as Resolution 25‑161.

Council context: City staff reported partial progress but said the property remained cluttered and that the owner was attempting much of the work without hired help. Staff recommended either carrying the public hearing for a status check or declaring the nuisance now so the 30‑day remedy period would begin.

During discussion, a council member said a neighbor reported the condition had existed “for a long time,” and staff described the owner’s current approach as sorting and removing material item by item. Staff also said roughly half of the visible debris had been removed since earlier inspections. Councilors debated whether to hold the public hearing open, carry the item to a later meeting, or declare a nuisance immediately. One councilor asked whether volunteer groups such as local scouts could help; staff advised against that option.

Procedural steps and outcome: The council president closed the public hearing before the vote. A motion to declare the property a public nuisance was made, seconded by Councilor Baloney, and approved 9–1. Under the ordinance cited by staff, the owner has 30 days to remedy the condition; if they fail to do so the city may abate the nuisance and place a lien on the property for the cost of abatement. Staff cautioned that if the council had voted to deny the motion, the entire enforcement process would have to be restarted.

What happens next: The 30‑day clock begins from the council’s declaration. Staff will monitor compliance and, if necessary, schedule city abatement and file a lien for costs.","The Homewood City Council voted 9–1 to declare a property a public nuisance and gave the owner 30 days to abate the condition or face city cleanup and a lien on the property (Resolution 25‑161). Councilors debated carrying the hearing or starting the 30‑day clock immediately.","actionData","errors"]

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