Exford Architects contract increased to $285K
Council is spending an additional $69,100 on architectural services from Exford Architects, raising the total contract to $285,000. The specific project or scope is not detailed.
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Council increases Exford Architects contract to $310K
Additional $69,100 sole-source spending on architectural services without public competition. Citizens should know which city project is receiving this work and whether the cost increase reflects scope changes.
Council increases Exford Architects contract by $69,100 to $285,000
City commits an additional $69,100 to architect Exford for unspecified services under sole-source contract. Total cost rises to $285,000.
Exford Architects contract increased to $285K
Council is spending an additional $69,100 on architectural services from Exford Architects, raising the total contract to $285,000. The specific project or scope is not detailed.
Exford Architects contract raised $69,100 to $310,150
City spending expands on architectural services—the scope or timeline of a project has grown. Details on what work is included remain unclear from the agenda.
City hires Dynamic Civil Solutions for Green Springs High survey, design work ($
City commits $147,550 to surveying and engineering design for Green Springs High project. Amount reflects full scope of preliminary work before construction or major renovation moves forward.
City awards $47K to A.G. Gaston for survey and design work
A.G. Gaston Construction selected without competitive bidding for engineering and surveying services (2nd phase). Sole-source contracts should undergo public scrutiny to ensure fair use of tax dollars.
City hires Engineering Design Technologies for $152K surveying work
Engineering and surveying services for the Graymont project will move forward. This sole-source contract commits city funds without competitive bidding.
Council appoints two members to Industrial Development Board
Two new appointees will help guide the city's economic development strategy and industrial recruitment. Terms run through April 2016 and April 2018.
City awards $140K to coordinate 2013 Youth Games
Summer Youth Games Invitational will organize Olympic-style competitions for Birmingham youth, providing recreational and competitive opportunities in the community.
City funds $140K youth games coordination contract
City spends $140,000 for Summer Youth Games Invitational, Inc. to organize and run the 2013 Annual Youth Games program.
Council increases Sain Associates contract by $30,617 to $222,492
Sain Associates receives additional city funding for unspecified work, bringing total contract value to $222,492. Budget context and scope of services unavailable in public materials.
Council appoints 2 members to Public Educational Building Authority
Two new board members will oversee school building projects and maintenance decisions affecting Birmingham public schools and their facilities.
Council approves $30K sole-source contract for condemned property title searches
City speeds up title work on condemned properties by selecting Morgan Title Services for searches and related services. Faster titles clear the way for property recovery and blight removal.
Council increases Strada Professional Services contract to $55,000
City is committing an additional $25,000 to Strada Professional Services for an undisclosed purpose. Public deserves clarity on what services are being extended and why the cost grew.
City increases Strada Professional Services contract to $55,000
Contract amendment adds $25,000 to Strada's engagement with the city. Details of the work scope are not publicly described in this item.
Council hires MBA Structural Engineers for Dolomite-Westfield structural survey
City commits $2,520 to assess structural conditions in the Dolomite-Westfield neighborhood, likely to inform rehabilitation or demolition decisions on blighted properties.
City hires Sheppard-Harris for $13K bond rebate analysis
City pays a local law firm to calculate how much money it's owed on an outstanding municipal bond—part of routine debt management that affects the city's finances.
City hires Arbitrage Group to calculate bond rebate amounts
The Arbitrage Group will determine how much Birmingham owes the federal government in rebates on past bond and warrant issuances—a technical but necessary compliance task to avoid IRS penalties.
City hires Segal Company for retiree health-benefits consulting ($26,250)
Birmingham is paying for expert advice on managing costs of health benefits for retired city employees. This is routine financial housekeeping that helps the city plan for long-term obligations.