Council approves agreement with Jefferson County to repair Roosevelt pedestrian bridge

An ordinance authorizing an intergovernmental agreement with Jefferson County received council approval. The agreement grants Birmingham access to portions of the Roosevelt pedestrian bridge over Valley Creek so the city can undertake repairs and maintenance. Council members approved the item by unanimous consent after it was called up as a permanent-operation item.

Council members emphasized the District 7 benefit and the long-standing resident request to restore access to the Roosevelt Community Center. The ordinance requires city staff to coordinate with Jefferson County for the repairs. No specific funding or timeline was adopted on the floor; council approved the agreement and directed administration to handle next steps.