Council plans city hall construction
During its regular meeting, the City Council accepted a bid for abatement and demolition of buildings for construction of a new city hall and a public safety/municipal court complex.
"The excavation should begin April 7 and and the site should be cleared for construction by the first week of June," City Manager Jeff Downes said.
The council also passed a resolution requesting funding for brand extension initiatives throughout Vestavia Hills, a joint effort between the City and the Chamber of Commerce.
Tatum Design will implement the creative strategy and the cost will not exceed $215,600. Branding will include city website design, gateway design, a tagline, video, advertisements and photography.
"Branding is more than just a logo," Downes said. "It is a crucial economic strategy. People may not realize the assets the City has because they may be hidden. I enthusiastically recommend this investment."
In other news the council:
- Declared April 2014 as Donate Life Month, citing that approximately 3,800 Alabama residents are on the national waiting list for an organ donation.
- Approved a resolution to purchase field signage and a monument entrance sign for Sicard Hollow Athletic Complex. Read more about park development happening at Sicard Hollow here.
- Approved a resolution to establish a $5 issuance fee for renewal of automobile tags in Vestavia Hills.