Birmingham Mayor and County Commission Locked in Heated Feud Over Jail, Projects
• Mayor Woodfin accuses county commissioners of having a political vendetta against Birmingham, stalling projects and incentives.
• Commission President Jimmie Stephens dismisses notion of politics, says county prioritizes areas with fewer resources.
• Dispute over county housing Birmingham jail inmates has strained relations and intensified feud.
• Woodfin singles out Commissioner Mike Bolin as leading charge against Birmingham; Bolin denies.
• Commissioner Sheila Tyson trying to mediate between sides for the good of Jefferson County residents.