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Council OKs five‑year lease at former Ramsey McCormick site in Ensley; one councilor objects

Birmingham City Council · October 28, 2025
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Summary

The council authorized a 5‑year lease, with options to extend, for city services and a police substation at a new development on 508 19th Street in Ensley. Council member Williams cast the lone recorded 'nay.'

The Birmingham City Council on Oct. 28 approved a lease agreement under which the city will lease approximately 5,688 square feet in a new building at the former Ramsey McCormick site (508 19th Street) in Ensley. The initial term is five years, with up to two five‑year extension options. The base rent in the initial term was described in the resolution text as $265,000; an extension term base rent of $153,000 was shown.

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