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Item #13 · Virtual Regular City Council Meeting - See agenda for access -

Police gets $454.5K federal grant for explosive-detection dogs

May 4, 2021
Consent Public Safety
$454,500 , Orange tier ($250,000 to $1 million)

City receives federal funding to deploy TSA-trained canine teams for airport and public-event security, enhancing detection of explosives and safety. No local tax dollars required.

Counterparty: Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Budget amendment
passed 9–0
provisional · consent Read minutes ↗
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· Item number:Item #1 Total cost: undisclosed

Council to consider towing license for West-Side Towing

If approved, would authorize Amanda Peterson to operate one wrecker under the West-Side Towing license on Birmingham streets. The Public Safety Committee and Chief of Police recommend the application.

· Item number:Item #5 Total cost: undisclosed

BPD Back-to-School Bookbag Giveaway at Birmingham Crossplex

If approved, would allow BPD to distribute free school supplies and bookbags to low-income children citywide at an August 1, 2026 community event, partnering with local vendors to provide care and resources.

· Item number:Item #6 Total cost: undisclosed

Council to authorize free National Night Out events August 4

If approved, the city would host free National Night Out events featuring food, entertainment, and police engagement across Birmingham. Residents would have free access to community safety resources and local vendors.

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