Budget & Finance

Fair Trial Tax Fund budget approved for fiscal 2018

City adopts dedicated spending plan for legal defense funds. Ensures resources available for fair trial services in coming fiscal year.

Council adopts capital improvement fund budget for 2017–18

Budget sets spending priorities for city infrastructure, roads, and public facilities over the next fiscal year.

Council adopts Birmingham Fund budget for fiscal year 2018

Sets spending priorities and revenue plans for city operations in the coming year. This budget determines what services get funded and how much your tax dollars support police, parks, roads, and other essential services.

Council adopts Alabama Trust Fund budget for fiscal year 2018

Sets spending authority for the city's trust fund reserves in the 2018 fiscal year. The Trust Fund budget determines how much money is available for future infrastructure, emergencies, or designated city purposes.

Land Bank Authority budget approved for fiscal year 2018

Sets spending plan for the Land Bank's property acquisition and blight-remediation work. The budget funds operations that stabilize blighted neighborhoods and support future property recovery.

Council adopts Community Development Block Grant budget for FY 2018

Federal grants fund affordable housing, infrastructure, and anti-blight programs across low-income neighborhoods. This vote sets spending priorities for community development projects citywide.

Council establishes rules for employee longevity pay raises

Sets up how city employees earn salary bonuses based on years of service. Affects pay budgets and retention of city workforce.

City approves employee expense reimbursements

City employees receive reimbursement for approved work-related expenses from the general fund.

Council discretionary fund: spending for community organizations

Council will decide how to distribute public dollars to various organizations. The specific recipients and amounts will determine which community priorities get funded.

Bond Debt Reserve Fund budget for fiscal year 2018

This sets aside reserves to cover unexpected costs and debt obligations in the coming year, affecting how much flexibility the city has for emergencies and capital projects.

Council adopts $0 General Fund budget for fiscal 2018

The city's annual operating budget sets spending limits across all departments and services residents depend on—from police and fire to parks and utilities.

Council confirms prior capital appropriations

Locks in approved spending from previous budgets for capital projects city-wide. No new funds or projects, but ensures prior commitments remain in effect.

Council reimburses Councilor Parker $585.29 for EPA meeting travel

Councilor Parker attended federal EPA meetings in Atlanta on city business. This reimbursement covers documented travel and lodging costs from October 25–26, 2017.

Budget amendment: $45K reallocation from District 1 and 5 funds

Council is shifting discretionary project money between districts. Residents in Districts 1 and 5 should know their allocated project funding is being redirected.

City approves $40K payment to Big Moe Spring and Alignment

Equipment maintenance and alignment services keep city vehicles operational and roadworthy. This payment covers routine fleet upkeep.

City pays $14,025 for 825 pedestrian barricades from Outdoor Event Specialties

Vendor purchase for event crowd control and public safety infrastructure. No-bid procurement; citizens should know who received the contract and what it covers.

Council adopts Neighborhood Allocation Fund budget for FY2018

This sets how $0+ in community development funds flow to neighborhoods. Budget details determine which areas get money for improvements.

ADDENDUM ITEM 101 WITHDRAWN An Ordinance “TO FURTHER AMEND THE GENERAL FUND BUDGET” for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2018 by transferring $25,000.00 from District #2 Discretionary Projects and appropriating $25,000.00 to Park and Recreation

Council approves employee advance expense accounts

Employees can now draw advances against future reimbursements for work-related expenses. Speeds up out-of-pocket cost recovery for city staff.

Fire Department gets $290,814 federal grant for equipment

Federal funding boost for firefighter training and equipment — no local tax dollars spent.