Budget & Finance

February 28, 2017 · Item number:Item #66 $ Total cost: undisclosed

City approves expense reimbursements for employees

Employees receive reimbursement for work-related expenses they've advanced. This routine payroll item ensures staff aren't out of pocket for city business.

February 28, 2017 · Item number:Item #67 $ Total cost: undisclosed

City approves advanced expense reimbursements for employees

Reimburses city staff for work-related costs they paid out of pocket. Spending from the general fund.

February 28, 2017 · Item number:Item #55 $ Total cost: $27K

Council awards $27,367 contract to Sherrod Construction for Fire Station #29 rep

Fire Station #29 façade repairs proceed after competitive bidding. The lowest-cost contractor wins a capital improvement contract funded from the city's building maintenance budget.

February 28, 2017 · Item number:Item #59 $ Total cost: $349

Approves $349 travel reimbursement for City Council administrator

City reimburses Cheryl Kidd for conference attendance in Prattville (ACCMA, Feb 9-10, 2017).

February 28, 2017 · Item number:Item #57 $ Total cost: $60K

City renews $60K annual contract with Leads Online for police investigations

Police will maintain access to LeadsOnline PowerPlus, a criminal investigation database tool used to identify suspects and track leads. The sole-source renewal commits $60,000 annually in city funds.

February 28, 2017 · Item number:Item #72 $ Total cost: $206K

Budget shift: $206K reallocated from vehicle purchases

The city is redirecting capital funds originally set aside for refuse trucks and equipment toward other city priorities. The impact on service levels depends on what the funds are being allocated to.

February 21, 2017 · Item number:Item #70 $ Total cost: undisclosed

City approves advanced expense reimbursements for employees

Employees who pay work expenses upfront can now be reimbursed from the general fund. This affects any city staff who front personal money for official business.

February 21, 2017 · Item number:Item #69 $ Total cost: undisclosed

Council approves employee expense reimbursements

City employees get reimbursed for documented work expenses (travel, meals, supplies). This routine approval tracks how public funds cover staff operations.

February 21, 2017 · Item number:Item #71 $ Total cost: $167K

City pays $166,800 to upgrade HR payroll software to Infor LSF10

City commits $166,800 to replace aging HR and payroll system with modern Infor software, aimed at improving employee records management and payment processing. Sole-source contract to Texas vendor.

February 21, 2017 · Item number:Item #79 $ Total cost: $2K

Council approves $2,406 travel reimbursement for Mayor's staff

Mayor's office administrative assistant reimbursed for April 2017 travel to Little Rock. Routine expense approval from general fund.

February 21, 2017 · Item number:Item #67 $ Total cost: $712

City pays Yarborough Companies $712.50 for post-budget-tour refreshments

General fund spending on catering for three internal city budget tours. Routine vendor payment on consent calendar.

February 21, 2017 · Item number:Item #68 $ Total cost: $618

City approves $618.67 reimbursement to Economic Development Director

Reimburses Lisa Cooper, Director of Economic Development, for job-related expenses incurred January 29–February. Routine expense approval on consent agenda.

February 21, 2017 · Item number:Item #74 $ Total cost: $134K

Capital budget amendment: $206K reallocated from vehicle funds

City shifts $206,000 between capital projects in the DPW and Equipment Management budgets. This transfers money from refuse truck and vehicle equipment accounts to fund other priorities.

February 21, 2017 · Item number:Item #35 $ Total cost: $12K

Budget: $29,950 shifted among District 6, 7, West End

Neighborhood funds reallocated: $10,400 and $12,000 moved from District 6 and 7 budgets, with $7,550 going to West End. Affects discretionary spending for community projects in these areas.

February 21, 2017 · Item number:Item #37 $ Total cost: $48K

Budget shift: $48,332 moved from Public Works to Parks staff

City reallocates payroll funds between departments to address staffing needs. The shift prioritizes Parks and Recreation personnel while reducing Public Works capacity.

February 21, 2017 · Item number:Item #38 $ Total cost: $38K

Capital budget: $37,596 shifted from security and compliance

City redirects capital funds from City Hall security upgrades and ADA accessibility to other priorities. Affects scope and timeline of safety and compliance work.

February 21, 2017 · Item number:Item #60 $ Total cost: $596K

Council awards $595,757 Ruffner Mountain Connector Trail contract

City approves lowest bid from Gillespie Construction for new pedestrian trail on Ruffner Mountain. Project advances regional connectivity for walkers and cyclists in the area.

February 21, 2017 · Item number:Item #66 $ Total cost: $7K

Council pays Tyco $6,504 for card access system repairs

City spending $6,504 on maintenance of security card access systems at municipal facilities. Routine vendor payment approved on consent agenda.

February 14, 2017 · Item number:Item #66 $ Total cost: $2K

City approves $2,189.62 travel expense reimbursement for Deputy Administrator

Routine reimbursement for city employee travel to Dallas; minimal impact on general fund.

February 14, 2017 · Item number:Item #58 $ Total cost: $275K

City sets aside $275K for 2017 NCAA D2 track championships

Birmingham reimburses Crossplex/NCAA D2 for hosting the 2017 Men's and Women's Indoor Track and Field Championships. The event brings visitors and economic activity to the city.