The Birmingham City Council convened in regular session on August 26, 2025, at 9:30 AM in the City Council Chambers. Council President O'Quinn presided over the meeting, with Councilmembers Abbott, Alexander, Smitherman, Tate (arrived late), and Williams present. Councilmembers Clarke, Moore, and Woods were absent. The pre-council meeting scheduled for 9:00 AM was canceled due to a lack of a quorum. The Council handled a large consent agenda, individual items, public testimony, and discussion on weed abatement and transit services before adjourning at 10:17 AM.
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