City hires Lewis & Associates for $23K utility franchise audit
Audit will verify Bright House Networks and AT&T U-verse are paying correct franchise fees owed to the city. Undercharges could mean recovered revenue or future rate adjustments.
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City appoints Carr, Riggs & Ingram for $50K accounting consulting
Sole-source contract gives accounting firm $50,000 for consulting services with no competitive bidding.
City hires Travel Designers for $40,377 delegate travel
City will spend $40,377 on commercial air, ground transportation, and hotel for 44 city representatives and delegates attending an event. Sole-source contract awarded without competitive bidding.
Council appoints 2 members to Special Care Facilities board
Board decisions shape funding and oversight of specialized healthcare facilities. One appointee fills an unexpired term ending November 2019.
Sole-source: Building & Earth Sciences gets $14,875 for sports field geotechnica
City commits funds to geotechnical study required before installing lighting at a sports field. Sole-source procurement without competitive bidding.
City hires Leadership Call for $13,470 domestic violence trainer
Project S.A.F.E. trains responders in emotional intelligence for domestic violence intervention, improving outcomes for victims and reducing repeat incidents through trauma-informed practices.
City authorizes $7,000 service agreement with preservation group NAPC
City spends $7,000 on National Alliance of Preservation Commissions for an unspecified service; contract details are incomplete in the public record.
Maurice Shevin's Historical Preservation Authority term extended to November 202
Corrects clerical error in board appointment records. Shevin's term now expires November 20, 2024 instead of February 24, 2024.
City hires Building & Earth Sciences for $14,875 geotechnical study
The city is spending $14,875 on subsurface testing for a new sports field lighting project. This groundwork determines the foundation design and construction approach for the field upgrade.
Botanical Gardens gets asbestos evaluation for $750
City will inspect the Botanical Gardens for asbestos hazards to ensure public safety. Work costs $750 and is performed by Bhate Environmental Associates.
City hires Bhate Environmental Associates for $2,650 testing at Vann Center
Environmental sampling and evaluation at the city's main municipal building — routine maintenance to ensure employee and visitor safety.
Council hires Darius Moore as community outreach consultant for $6,000
Darius Moore appointed to support Councilor Hoyt's office with community outreach and advocacy work. Sole-source consultant contract funded from general fund.
Council hires MBA Structural Engineers for $20K demolition work
City spending $20,000 on structural engineering for building demolition — part of blight removal effort to clear deteriorated properties.
Council appoints member to Transit Authority board
Fills vacant seat on Birmingham Jefferson County Transit Authority governing board after Joyce Brooks' resignation. Board decisions affect transit service and fares citywide.
City contracts MBA Structural Engineers for $9,750 (Titusville/North Ave)
Sole-source structural engineering work on properties in Titusville and North Ave neighborhoods. Citizens should know who received city contracts and for what.
City hires Bhate Environmental Associates for testing, engineering ($15K)
City commits $15,000 to environmental testing and engineering services through sole-source contract. Scope and specific projects not disclosed in agenda item.
City hires Segal Company for $14K pension liability analysis
Consultant will calculate Birmingham's annual obligations for retiree healthcare and other post-employment benefits—a key factor in budget planning and long-term financial health.
Appoints Dr. Ronald Bayles as community redevelopment consultant
Councilor Lundy hires consultant to develop redevelopment strategy tied to city's RISE program, which focuses on community improvement and economic development initiatives.
City appoints Exford Architects for $62K design contract
Birmingham hires Exford Architects to design and oversee construction for the New We project. The sole-source appointment bypasses competitive bidding for this $62,000 engagement.
Council appoints 2 board members to Medical Center Utility Services
Two new directors will help govern the Medical Center Governmental Utility Services Corporation, which oversees critical infrastructure serving the city's medical facilities. Terms run through 2017 and 2019.