City approves Ford F-150 truck purchase from Stivers Ford
City council approved a purchase agreement with Stivers Ford Lincoln Mercury for 2021 Ford F-150 super cab pickups at competitive unit pricing.
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$20,000 reallocated within Crestwood South Neighborhood Fund
Shifts $20,000 between capital and non-capital projects within the Crestwood South neighborhood allocation for fiscal 2021, allowing the association to redirect funds to priority initiatives.
Council sets aside $80K donation for Ensley/Village Creek Tuxedo Park
City receives $80,000 from State Senator Linda Coleman-Madison to develop the Ensley/Village Creek Tuxedo Park neighborhood, improving local green space and community amenities.
City approves $5,453 payment to Jefferson County for PACA dues
Annual membership dues for the Purchasing Agents Council of America (PACA), a professional organization that supports the city's purchasing practices.
Budget: Transfer $5,000 from Spring Lake neighborhood capital fund
$5,000 shifts away from Spring Lake Neighborhood Association's capital projects budget. The destination of the funds is unclear from the agenda item text provided.
City pays Tucker Paint $1,812.84 for vehicle wreck repair
Department of Equipment Management settles bill for collision damage to city vehicle 184338 through general fund spending.
City appropriates $70.6M in federal recovery funds for Magic City Recovery Plan
The city sets aside $70.6 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) federal funds to support local economic recovery and public services.
Legion Field: City approves $7,399 rental payment to Sunbelt Rentals
City spending decision: $7,399 from general funds goes to equipment rental at Legion Field, a public facility.
City approves purchase of 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe from Donohoo Chevrolet
City spends public funds to add a four-wheel-drive commercial vehicle to its fleet for operational use.
City pays Tucker Paint $1,613.20 for vehicle repair
Routine maintenance on city fleet vehicle funded by general fund. No direct impact on residents.
City sets aside $70.6M in federal COVID relief for Magic City Recovery Plan
Federal pandemic recovery funds arrive and are now available for immediate spending on projects tied to the Magic City Recovery Plan. This is how the city activates and deploys ARPA dollars to address pandemic-related needs in communities.
City approves $1,237 repair payment to Peach Auto Painting
General Fund spends $1,237 to repair a city vehicle (wreck damage on vehicle #994323). Citizens can track how public money is used for fleet maintenance.
City pays Y-Cater $5,250 for boxed lunch event at Henry Crumpton Rec Center
Spending $5,250 in public funds on catering for a recreational center event. No competitive bidding was used for this purchase.
Public hearing set on 2021-2022 city budget
Citizens can weigh in on how the city will spend tax dollars and allocate resources for the next fiscal year. Budget decisions set priorities for schools, public safety, infrastructure, and services.
City pays $5,589 to Tucker Paint for vehicle 204328 repair
Repair bill for city fleet vehicle 204328 approved from general funds. Part of ongoing vehicle maintenance expenses.
City to buy $200K in tires from Bridgestone Americas
The city is spending $200,000 from the general fund on vehicle tires (passenger, light truck, medium truck, and off-road) through a no-bid contract with Bridgestone Americas Tires dba Southern Tire Mart LLC.
General Fund budget amended: $2,499 shifted within District 3
City reallocates discretionary project funds and consulting fees within the general budget. Affects how District 3 resources are spent in fiscal 2021.
$400K allocated to Municipal Court SAMHSA Adult Court program (Year 3)
City commits $400,000 to expand substance abuse and mental health treatment through the Municipal Court, continuing a multi-year initiative to divert eligible defendants into recovery services.
City funds $2,034 videography of Alabama HS basketball championship
Sole-source contract with Viral Communications for game footage. Citizens see how discretionary general-fund spending is allocated.
Fire Department buys $10.2K equipment bundle from Sunbelt Fire
Birmingham Fire & Rescue purchases specialized equipment (Brute 2 Basic Bundle and Universal Spanner Wrench) to support firefighting operations and emergency response capability.