Submit a Tip

VHPD encourages everyone to report information about any illegal activity, such as unsolved cases, vandalism, theft, the sale and distribution of drugs or information about crimes that are being planned in the community or schools. As always, dial 911 for immediate emergencies. Crime Stoppers Crime Stoppers of Metro Alabama offers cash rewards for tips that

Crime Mapping & Statistics

Crime Mapping The public can now also access free crime mapping data through www.CityProtect.com. This service enables Vestavia Hills residents to register for free, customizable email updates, so they can monitor crime in their neighborhood. Partnering with over 1,600 law enforcement agencies, CityProtect is the #1 crime map and anonymous tip network in North America. It

VHPD Teen Safety Driver Training

Mission Our mission is to provide each student with the necessary information and techniques to be a SAFE RESPONSIBLE DRIVER. To assist each student in adopting an attitude that accepts the serious nature of driving without being frightened by it. Accomplishing this through organized curriculum and professional instruction. Contact Info vhpdteendriver@vhal.org Course Information **Each student

Forms/Applications

An online platform to house all Planning and Zoning and City Clerk (annexation/vacation) forms has been developed.  Forms are now submitted online through our public portal. Click the “Apply Online” button to register and submit forms online. Apply ONLINE All applications require an owner’s affidavit PRIOR to submission of any petition.  Please obtain the owner’s

Election Information

The next Municipal Election will be a candidates election scheduled for August 2025.  Information will be updated at that time. Special Municipal Election – May 9, 2023 On Tuesday, May 16, 2023, the City Council met in special session and adopted Ordinance Number 3181 to officially canvass the votes for this election. The final vote tally

Solicitation

Ordinance Number 2418 – An Ordinance Regulating Soliciting, Peddling and Panhandling The City Council of the City of Vestavia Hills, Alabama, at its regular meeting of October 22, 2012, adopted and approved Ordinance Number 2418 – An Ordinance Regulating Soliciting, Peddling and Panhandling. This page will assist in providing information to potential door-to-door solicitors operating

Ad Valorem Tax

Jefferson County is responsible for assessing and collecting ad valorem taxes for real and personal property in the City of Vestavia Hills. Questions regarding tax assessment should be directed to: Gaynelle Hendricks, Tax Assessor Jefferson County Courthouse 716 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd. N, Suite 170 Birmingham, AL 35203 205.325.5505 Questions regarding tax collection should be

Business Licenses & Sales Tax

Downloadable application (email, or submit manually) and links to forms and resources for business license and sales tax. Online filing available for sales tax reporting. Contractors (builders, plumbers, landscapers) etc. may call the Building Safety office at 205.978.0125 between the hours of 7am-4pm for questions about business license. For other types of businesses, please contact

Financial Statements

SEC Municipal Advisor – IRMA Exemption Notice Financial Statements FY2023 Audited Financial Statement FY2022 Audited Financial Statement FY2021 Audited Financial Statement FY2020 Audited Financial Statement FY2019 Audited Financial Statement FY2018 Audited Financial Statement FY2017 Audited Financial Statement FY2016 Audited Financial Statement FY 2015 Audited Financial Statement FY 2014 Audited Financial Statement FY 2013 Audited Financial

Human Resources

Contact James Randall, Payroll/HR Administrator Phone 205.978.0192 Fax 205.978.0132 jrandall@vhal.org Employment The City of Vestavia Hills is an equal opportunity employer. Employees are categorized into two primary categories: classified (police, fire, EMS services and administrative positions) or non-classified (maintenance, laborer or library page). Regardless of category, all applicants must make application through the Jefferson County Personnel