Council to approve advanced expense accounts for appointed officials
If approved, would reimburse appointed city officials for advance expenses paid from personal funds. Affects budget allocation from the general fund for official business costs.
Topic
Budget & Finance
Agenda items
Budget & Finance items
Council to approve $7,408 book purchase for Birmingham Public Library
If approved, the city would pay Ingram Library Services for library books budgeted in FY 2026/2027. This routine purchase would replenish the Public Library collection.
City to consider approving employee expense reimbursements
If approved, the city would reimburse documented expenses for city employees from the general fund. This routine authorization ensures employee travel, supplies, and other work-related costs are paid promptly.
Council to approve AT&T network services contract for 1 year
Would authorize the city's Information Management Systems Department and other departments to procure network transport services from AT&T under state master agreement pricing for the next year, funded through general fund appropriations for FY 2026/2027.
Council to approve 1-year walk-off mat contract with Cintas
Would provide entrance mats for city facilities including Public Works. The contract sets unit prices for as-needed purchases from the General Fund during FY 2026/2027.
Itemized expense accounts for appointed officials up for approval
Council will review and approve the itemized expense reimbursements for appointed city officials. Affects how public funds are spent on official business expenses.
Council to approve 1-year Dell IT equipment contract with Convergeone
If approved, the city would procure PCs and accessories for city departments over one year through a state master agreement competitive bid. Unit prices are on file with the Assistant Purchasing Agent.
Council to approve advanced expense accounts for city employees
If approved, would authorize reimbursement of employee business expenses from the general fund. Affects all city staff who have submitted qualifying expense claims.
Council to fund $3,500 in Crestline neighborhood events
Would fund four free community events in Crestline—including a fall festival, music festival, outdoor movie, and First Responders' Meal—using neighborhood association funds.
Council to authorize $79,855 floor and stair replacement at Youth Services facil
Would replace damaged flooring and stairs at the Division of Youth Services building at 1608 7th Avenue North, improving safety and accessibility for staff and youth served by the facility.
Council to approve Stinger MS appliance supply contract with Fire Department
If approved, would authorize an on-call appliance supply agreement with Stinger MS for Birmingham Fire and Rescue for up to three years, ensuring equipment availability as needed.
Council to authorize $10,290 relocation payment for Pratt Highway bridge project
Would provide relocation housing assistance to a tenant displaced by the Pratt Highway Bridge replacement project. The payment corrects the property address in prior council action to ensure proper disbursement.
Land area:
1 parcel
City to license parking lot for RenewFest community event July 25, 2026
Would allow RENEW Birmingham to host a free community festival with music, food, and exhibitions at 1927 Avenue D. The City licenses the parking lot for $1, supporting local civic engagement and resource promotion.
Land area:
1 parcel
Routeware routing system contract for DPW vehicles: $1.2M, 3-year term
If approved, the city would provide DPW crews with updated routing hardware and software to streamline task management and daily operations across the fleet. The three-year subscription is part of the city's technology maintenance budget.
City to consider approving employee expense reimbursements
If approved, the city would reimburse documented expenses for city employees from the general fund. This routine authorization ensures employee travel, supplies, and other work-related costs are paid promptly.
Legion Field locker room renovation: $35K contract with Cahaba Restoration
Council would authorize a contract for locker room renovations at Legion Field. The $35,072 project would improve facilities at the city recreation venue if approved.
City to seek $10M HUD grant for affordable housing production
If approved, would enable the city to apply for up to $10 million in federal funding to produce and preserve affordable housing—no local match required. Would directly expand housing access for low- and moderate-income residents.
Council to approve advanced expense accounts for city employees
If approved, would authorize reimbursement of employee business expenses from the general fund. Affects all city staff who have submitted qualifying expense claims.
Council to approve advanced expense reimbursement for appointed official
If approved, would authorize reimbursement of pre-approved expenses for a city-appointed official from the general fund. Establishes accountability for use of public money on official business.
Council to consider approval of elected official's itemized expenses
If approved, would authorize reimbursement of documented expenses for an elected official from the general fund.