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Council Approves $150,000 Loan to Ezell's Express Crestwood to Open Birmingham Location

Birmingham City Council · May 11, 2026
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Summary

The council approved a $150,000 Birmingham business development loan (24 months, 2.74% interest) to Ezell's Express Crestwood LLC to renovate a former Wendy's at 7724 Crestwood Boulevard; staff said the loan is fully secured by Regions Bank and will create 25 jobs.

The Birmingham City Council approved a city business development loan of up to $150,000 to Ezell's Express Crestwood LLC to fund build‑out and equipment for a new fast‑casual restaurant at 7724 Crestwood Boulevard.

Lisa Cooper of the mayor's office of economic development told the council the requested loan would…

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