Vestavia Hills, Alabama, August 26, 2025
News Summary
The Vestavia Hills City Council has authorized Doster Construction as the manager for over $30 million in facilities and infrastructure improvements primarily at the Sicard Hollow Athletic Complex. The projects include a satellite library, police operations building, and renovations to Fire Station No. 4, among others. Scheduled to begin in phases starting in fiscal 2026, these enhancements aim to elevate the community’s infrastructure and service offerings.
Vestavia Hills, Alabama – The Vestavia Hills City Council has taken a significant step towards enhancing the community’s infrastructure by approving the hiring of Doster Construction as the construction manager for over $30 million in new facilities and infrastructure projects at the Sicard Hollow Athletic Complex. The approved projects are primarily scheduled to take place in Liberty Park over the next two to three years, as stated by City Manager Jeff Downes.
The planned facilities include a new satellite library located along Sweeney Hollow Road, a police operations building, and a public works and park maintenance building. In addition to these structures, the city plans to renovate and expand Fire Station No. 4 and demolish the existing park maintenance building situated at the Liberty Park softball fields.
Other important upgrades involve reconfiguring the back entrance to the softball park and the construction of a new access road intended to service the new library, police operations building, and park maintenance building. Doster Construction will also oversee the installation of a pool heater at the Vestavia Hills Aquatic Complex located in Wald Park.
To manage the financial implications of these extensive projects, construction work will be carried out in phases. The fire station expansion, pool heater installation, and access road work are expected to begin in fiscal 2026, while construction for the police facility, satellite library, maintenance building, and new softball field entrance is anticipated to commence in fiscal 2027.
Doster Construction was selected from a competitive field of six companies and will receive 1.75% of the total construction cost, equating to an estimated $535,000. Additionally, the company will receive at least $15,512 monthly during the pre-construction phase and standard billing rates for supervisory personnel.
Mayor Ashley Curry has expressed confidence in the pricing and quality of personnel provided by Doster, indicating a commitment to ensuring that the projects are completed to a high standard.
Meanwhile, a separate project for a pedestrian bridge over Highway 31 is currently underway, which aims to improve access and safety that links Wald Park and the city’s public library. This pedestrian bridge is projected to cost approximately $3.2 million, with the Alabama Department of Transportation covering 80% of the costs.
Moreover, the Massey Road project, which includes the installation of a 5-foot-wide sidewalk and repaving, has experienced delays due to the discovery of an unmarked water main. The project is anticipated to be completed by the summer.
Key Features of the Infrastructure Projects
| Project | Details | Estimated Start Date | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Satellite Library | Located along Sweeney Hollow Road | Fiscal 2027 | Part of $30M package |
| Police Operations Building | New facility for police operations | Fiscal 2027 | Part of $30M package |
| Public Works and Park Maintenance Building | New facility to manage public works | Fiscal 2027 | Part of $30M package |
| Fire Station No. 4 Renovation | Expansion and renovation of the existing station | Fiscal 2026 | Part of $30M package |
| Pool Heater at Wald Park Aquatic Complex | Installation of heating system | Fiscal 2026 | Part of $30M package |
| Access Road | New road for library and maintenance building access | Fiscal 2026 | Part of $30M package |
| Pedestrian Bridge | Bridge over Highway 31 for better access | Unknown | $3.2 million |
FAQ
What projects were approved by the Vestavia Hills City Council?
The council approved over $30 million worth of projects primarily focused on the Sicard Hollow Athletic Complex in Liberty Park, including a satellite library, police operations building, public works and park maintenance building, and renovations to Fire Station No. 4.
When will the construction projects begin?
Construction for Fire Station No. 4, the pool heater, and an access road is expected to start in fiscal 2026, while the police facility, satellite library, maintenance building, and new softball field entrance are scheduled to begin in fiscal 2027.
How was Doster Construction selected for the projects?
Doster Construction was chosen from a competitive field of six companies that bid on the project. They will receive 1.75% of the total construction cost in addition to a monthly fee during the pre-construction phase.
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Additional Resources
- Vestavia Voice: City Council Coverage
- Wikipedia: Vestavia Hills, Alabama
- AL.com: Funds Allocated for Highway 31 Upgrades
- Google Search: Vestavia Hills infrastructure projects
- ABC3340: Construction of Pedestrian Bridge
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Alabama
- The Bama Buzz: New Permits Issued
- Google News: construction projects Vestavia Hills
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