Birmingham City Schools could see $45 million investment in career training, student opportunities

The City of Birmingham proposed a $45 million investment to prepare youth for high-demand careers, improve recreational spaces, expand financial literacy education and playground renovations at an early childhood learning facility.

Mayor Randall Woodfin and Birmingham City Schools Superintendent Mark Sullivan presented the proposal to the Birmingham City Council’s Committee of the Whole on Wednesday. The committee passed the proposal and it will be brought forward at the next city council meeting on August 4 for council review.