Budget & Finance

Council approves $1,220 travel expense for Mayor's Chief of Staff

Travel expense reimbursement to Chief of Staff for February 2013 trip to Durham, North Carolina on city business.

Approve $269.88 advanced expense reimbursement for Mayor's administrative assist

Administrative assistant Renee Kemp-Rotan receives reimbursement for approved business expenses from general fund. Routine expense approval for city staff operations.

Budget amendment: $3,000 transfer within General Fund

The city is moving $3,000 between budget line items for fiscal year 2013. This shifts funds to match revised spending priorities.

City awards $29,270 reroofing contract to Mid-Western Commercial Roofers

Museum mechanical system repair using competitive bidding. Maintains building operations and protects public asset.

Council approves employee expense reimbursements from general fund

City employees get reimbursed for approved out-of-pocket work expenses. Spending is drawn from the general fund, which also covers core services like police, fire, and roads.

CONSENT ITEM 32. A Resolution approving the itemized expense accounts of city employees.

Budget amendment: $9M transferred to capital projects fund

Council shifts $9 million from general operations to capital improvements—money that will fund infrastructure, buildings, or equipment upgrades across the city.

Bond funds approved for Park and Recreation facility upgrades

City commits bond money to renovate, design, and build Park and Recreation buildings across Birmingham. These improvements affect public recreation access and may require property tax support for bond repayment.

Mayor's Office receives $1,400 for Eastwood neighborhood programs

Funds allocated to support neighborhood initiatives in Eastwood area.

City spends $91,879 state grant on PEP Gateway improvement

State funds support Gateway neighborhood improvements through the PEP (Pedestrian Enhancement Program) project. No direct cost to the city budget.

City discretionary fund allocated to various organizations

Council distributes general-fund dollars to community organizations for public purposes. Specific recipients and amounts not disclosed in agenda materials.

City approves employee expense accounts from general fund

Council reviews and confirms spending on employee business expenses (travel, meals, supplies). Ensures taxpayer funds are used appropriately for city operations.

Approve $1,694 expense reimbursement for Barbara Harris

The city reimburses a Principal Analyst in the Mayor's office for work-related expenses. This is routine operational spending from the general fund.

City hires financial consultant for 2013-2014 fiscal year

Council staffs its Budget and Finance Committee with expert advice on city spending and revenue for the upcoming fiscal year.

City approves advanced expense reimbursement for employees

Employees can now be reimbursed for work expenses before submitting documentation, speeding up cash flow for staff who advance personal funds for city business.

City approves itemized expense accounts for employees

Council votes to reimburse city employees for work-related expenses from the general fund. Residents fund these reimbursements through taxes.

Advanced Expense Account approved for Tracey Morant Adams

Director of Economic Development gains authority to make advanced expenditures from the general fund as needed for mayoral office operations and economic development work.

City approves employee expense reimbursements

Reimburses city staff for itemized work-related expenses from general operating funds. Routine approval ensures employees are reimbursed promptly for authorized travel, meals, supplies, and other business costs.

Gateway Improvement Project: $91.9K ALDOT grant allocated

Council approves $91,879 in state funding for P.E.P.'s Gateway Improvement Project, a locally-led mobility or access initiative.

City awards $14,687 doors & hardware order to Mullin's Building Products

Department of Planning, Engineering and Permits receives building materials through competitive bidding. This vendor won on price.