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Indexed so far 934 items in last 56 months
Total dollars $660.2M where disclosed
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December 17, 2024 · Item number:Item #37 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $20.2M

City sets aside $20.2M federal Recompete Grant for IEO Department

The city receives a competitive federal grant to fund economic opportunity initiatives managed by the IEO Department. This $20.2M investment supports job creation and economic development programs through fiscal year 2025.

Counterparty: IEO Department Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Budget amendment
December 17, 2024 · Item number:Item #94 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $47K

Council approves $47K flooring contract for Don Hawkins Recreation Center

Don Hawkins Recreation Center in District 1 gets new flooring. The $47,064 sole-source contract with Covington Flooring Company covers materials and installation.

Counterparty: Covington Flooring Company Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award Location: District 1
December 17, 2024 · Item number:Item #95 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $5K

City awards $9,600 sole-source contract to Global Industrial for park equipment

City commits $9,600 in public funds to Global Industrial for operations supplies and equipment at Dolomite Park in District 9, selected without competitive bidding.

Counterparty: Global Industrial, Buford, Georgia Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award Location: Dolomite Park
December 17, 2024 · Item number:Item #60 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City joins Publix settlement agreement

Birmingham will participate in a settlement involving Publix and related entities. The city's financial and legal obligations under this settlement are not detailed in the available information.

Counterparty: Publix and its related entities Funding source: Unknown Action type: Settlement
December 10, 2024 · Item number:Item #23 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $2.3M

Council awards $2.3M contract for Shades Creek Walking Trail

City is building a new walking trail along Shades Creek using federal pandemic recovery funds. Project will create accessible outdoor recreation space in the area.

Counterparty: Gillespie Construction, Inc. Funding source: Arpa Action type: Contract award Location: 4565 Highway 5, Jasper, Alabama 35503
December 10, 2024 · Item number:Item #42 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $100K

City approves $100K agreement with Central Alabama Redevelopment Alliance

City commits $100,000 to Central Alabama Redevelopment Alliance for unspecified services on a sole-source contract.

Counterparty: Central Alabama Redevelopment Alliance Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
December 10, 2024 · Item number:Item #20 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $37K

Giffen Recreation wins $37K sole-source contract for Wylam Park supplies

Wylam Park (District 9) receives $37,012 in American Rescue Plan funds for park supplies and equipment. Funded entirely by federal COVID relief money.

Counterparty: Giffen Recreation, Inc. Funding source: Arpa Action type: Contract award Location: Wylam Park
December 10, 2024 · Item number:Item #17 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $3K

City approves $3,318 audio-visual purchase from Best Buy for McAlpine Center

McAlpine Recreation Center in District 9 gets new audio-visual equipment and services. Routine facility upgrade funded through city procurement.

Counterparty: Best Buy for Business, Richfield, Minnesota Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award Location: District 9
December 10, 2024 · Item number:Item #21 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $2K

Sole-source: PC Connection supplies printer and software for McAlpine Recreation

City buys printer, software, and related items for District 9 recreation facility using sole-source procurement from New Hampshire vendor.

Counterparty: PC Connection Sales Corp. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award Location: McAlpine Recreation Center
December 10, 2024 · Item number:Item #47 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $151

Council awards $151.5K to Giffen Recreation for Bessie Estell Park equipment

Sole-source contract funds recreation supplies and equipment at District 3's Bessie Estell Park, supporting community recreation access.

Counterparty: Giffen Recreation, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award Location: Bessie Estell Park
December 10, 2024 · Item number:Item #13 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City hires Poole & Company to create master plan for 11 blocks

City is planning major development or redevelopment of 11 blocks. Master plan will guide zoning, building, and public space decisions in this area for years to come.

Counterparty: Poole & Company Architects, PC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
December 3, 2024 · Item number:Item #45 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $1.4M

Council awards $1.37M sealcoating contract to Southeastern Sealcoating

Southeastern Sealcoating wins the bid to seal and maintain streets in Hooper City Phase V using federal ARPA pandemic relief funds. Work is expected to improve road conditions and extend street lifespan.

Counterparty: Southeastern Sealcoating, Inc. Funding source: Arpa Action type: Contract award Location: Hooper City
December 3, 2024 · Item number:Item #19 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City approves mainframe hosting deal with Mainline Information Systems

City enters sole-source agreement for cloud-based mainframe services to run municipal IT systems. Terms and dollar amount not disclosed in this agenda.

Counterparty: Mainline Information Systems, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
November 26, 2024 · Item number:Item #23 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $5.9M

Council awards $5.9M ARPA contract to Russo for Caldwell Park drainage

Russo Corporation will improve drainage and utilities at Caldwell Park and 26th Street South using federal pandemic recovery funds. Project reduces flooding risk in the area.

Counterparty: Russo Corporation Funding source: Arpa Action type: Contract award Location: Caldwell Park/26th Street South
November 26, 2024 · Item number:Item #22 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $1.1M

City awards $1.1M trail construction contract to Bulls Construction

Clairmont Connector Trails project moves forward with federal funding. New walking and cycling paths will improve neighborhood connectivity and recreation access.

Counterparty: Bulls Construction Group, LLC Funding source: Arpa Action type: Resolution
November 26, 2024 · Item number:Item #45 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $194K

Sole-source contract: TRAINFO railroad-crossing system, $193.6K/3 years

City commits to a three-year railroad-crossing safety or prediction system with sole vendor TRAINFO. Without competition, residents and council should know why this technology cannot be obtained elsewhere.

Counterparty: TRAINFO Corporation Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
November 26, 2024 · Item number:Item #44 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $118K

City contracts Love Joy Ministries for $117,625 in services

Sole-source contract awards public funds to a nonprofit provider. The incomplete description makes it unclear what services residents will receive.

Counterparty: Love Joy Ministries, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
November 26, 2024 · Item number:Item #20 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $31K

Boutwell Auditorium side canopy replacement: $30,616 to Tennessee Valley Metals

The city will replace the deteriorating side canopy at Boutwell Auditorium, a historic cultural venue. The work protects the building and maintains usable public space.

Counterparty: Tennessee Valley Metals, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award Location: 1930 Reverend Ab
November 26, 2024 · Item number:Item #21 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $3K

Boutwell Auditorium side canopy replacement: $3,000 to C.P. Construction

Council approves repair work on a public auditorium's exterior structure. The replacement is a routine maintenance project for the facility at 1930 Reverend Abraham Woods Jr Boulevard.

Counterparty: C.P. Construction, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award Location: 1930 Reverend Abraham Woods Jr Boulevard, Birmingham
November 26, 2024 · Item number:Item #17 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City settles Eric Brown lawsuit; funding source: general fund

City agrees to resolve a legal dispute with Eric Brown. Settlement terms and payment amount are not disclosed in the agenda item.

Counterparty: Eric Brown Funding source: General Fund Action type: Settlement
November 26, 2024 · Item number:Item #18 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City settles Melissa Fendley lawsuit

The city is resolving a legal dispute involving resident Melissa Fendley. Settlement terms were not disclosed.

Counterparty: Melissa Fendley Funding source: General Fund Action type: Settlement
November 19, 2024 · Item number:Item #42 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $1.5M

City awards $1.46M sealcoating contract to Southeastern Sealcoating

Southeastern Sealcoating will resurface sidewalks and transit corridors in District 3. Work improves pedestrian safety and accessibility across the district.

Counterparty: Southeastern Sealcoating, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award Location: District 3
November 19, 2024 · Item number:Item #28 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $83K

City purchases two 2024 Isuzu landscape trucks for $165,646

City buys two new work trucks from Truckworx Kenworth-Birmingham to replace or expand fleet capacity for landscaping and grounds maintenance operations.

Counterparty: Truckworx Holding Co, LLC dba Truckworx Kenworth-Birmingham Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award Location: Birmingham, Alabama
November 19, 2024 · Item number:Item #13 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $2K

City approves $2,000 contract with Help 2 Others Foundation

City commits $2,000 to Help 2 Others Foundation for unspecified services under a sole-source agreement.

Counterparty: Help 2 Others Foundation Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
November 19, 2024 · Item number:Item #15 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City joins Target settlement agreement

City council approves participation in a settlement with Target and related entities. Details of the settlement terms, claims resolved, or financial implications are not specified in the available information.

Counterparty: Target Funding source: Unknown Action type: Settlement
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