Birmingham City Council District1 

Councilor Clinton P. Woods has proudly represented Birmingham’s District 1 since 2019, but his dedication to community service spans far beyond his tenure. A lifelong resident, he fondly recalls walking to school, hitting his first baseball at Huffman Ballpark, and supporting the district’s thriving businesses. "I remember a time when we truly had everything—a movie theater, a skating rink, and grocery stores. We didn't have to leave the community for anything."

 

As a champion for sustainable economic growth, education, youth development, and neighborhood revitalization, Councilor Woods has implemented a range of initiatives to drive District 1’s resurgence. His administration launched The Power of One and Be Litter Free beautification campaigns to combat excessive littering and enhance community pride. Recognizing public safety as a top priority, he has strengthened partnerships with the Birmingham Police Department and facilitated the installation of 17 Public Safety Cameras in key corridors. Additionally, he has led efforts to improve infrastructure, securing more than 50 street resurfacing projects since 2020.

 

Councilor Woods is also committed to supporting youth through mentorship and education initiatives. He has collaborated with numerous nonprofits and community organizations to address bullying, expand afterschool programs, and promote literacy through programs like "Ready, Set, Read" and “I See Me: First Library” programs.

 

Believing in District 1’s potential to retain residents and attract sustainable businesses, Woods advocates for innovative solutions, community engagement, and collaboration with local, state, and federal partners. He serves as Chair of the Birmingham City Council Workforce Development Committee and is an active member of the Administration and Governmental Affairs, Economic Development & Tourism, Transportation, and Planning and Zoning Committees.

 

Woods has been recognized for notable honors for his work, including NAACP Metro Birmingham’s Community Trailblazer award, UAB Black Alumni Network’s Top 24 for 24, and the 2023 UNUM Fellow Climate and Environmental Cohort. Beyond public service, Woods is deeply involved in his faith community as a member of Rock City Church, where he supports families through food distribution, clothing drives, school supply initiatives, and financial literacy training. He also serves on the advisory board for Mission Increase Central Alabama, a nonprofit providing free fundraising and organizational training to community-based organizations.

 

Councilor Woods holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and a Master’s in Engineering Construction Management from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. He is a State-Licensed Commercial General Contractor, a Project Management Professional (PMP), and the owner of Prescott Contracting.

 

He and his wife, Dawn, are proud parents of two children, Chloe Woods and Clinton Woods, Jr.