Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Meeting 8.10.26

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee of the City Council of Birmingham met on August 10, 2026, to discuss and approve public road crossing licenses with the Alabama Tennessee River Railway (ATN). The committee reviewed two items involving railroad crossings within the city limits, specifically at Sloss Furnaces and under the 35th Street bridge. These licenses formalize agreements that were previously undocumented, ensuring compliance with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) requirements and clarifying maintenance responsibilities. The committee approved motions to recommend these licenses to the full council for final approval, emphasizing that the railroad typically maintains the track-adjacent pavement. No new business was discussed, and the meeting was adjourned following these approvals.