Statement regarding the Birmingham City Jail
The City of Birmingham has been committed to an ongoing effort to provide an efficient and effective process for individuals held in the Birmingham City Jail. Our focus is on serving the public, our employees, and individuals placed in our custody. We are thankful to Sheriff Pettway for his collaboration on this next step in an ongoing process. The current agreement is in keeping with state statutes and will in no way weaken public safety in our community. In fact, it strengthens the deep collaboration between the City of Birmingham, Birmingham Police Department and Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office. The city will provide additional updates on next steps at the appropriate time.
Rick Journey, Director of Communications, City of Birmingham
