Budget & Finance

Capital Improvement Fund budget adopted for fiscal year 2026

City sets spending plan for major infrastructure projects through June 30, 2026. Details which public works, facilities, and improvements get funded in the coming year.

Council adopts $0 FY2026 general fund budget

Sets spending limits and revenue targets for city operations through June 2026. Determines how much tax dollars go to police, fire, public works, and other services.

Council adopts Neighborhood Allocation Fund budget for fiscal year 2026

The city sets aside funding through the Neighborhood Allocation Fund to support community priorities. This budget shapes what neighborhood projects and services receive public money over the next fiscal year.

Council adopts General Bond Debt Reserve Fund budget for FY 2026

This budget sets aside reserves from bond proceeds to cover future debt obligations and protects the city's financial stability.

Neighborhood Revitalization Fund budget adopted for FY 2026

City adopts spending plan for community revitalization programs in fiscal year 2026. Details on which neighborhoods benefit and project allocations will guide local investment priorities.

City employees get 1% raise effective July 2025

All eligible city workers receive a 1% cost-of-living increase starting July 1, 2025, funded from the general budget.

Community Development Block Grant budget adopted for fiscal year 2026

Sets how federal housing and community development dollars will be spent in your city through June 2026. The specific programs and projects funded will depend on the city's local priorities.

City pays $4,885 to Liberty Moving for bridge project relocation

Moving costs for property acquisition tied to Pratt Highway Bridge replacement over Black Creek. Part of capital improvement funding.

City adopts Fuel Tax Fund budget for fiscal 2026

Budget sets spending levels for fuel-tax revenue earmarked for transportation and infrastructure. Affects how much money flows to road, bridge, and transit projects citywide.

Council adopts General Fund budget for fiscal year 2026

This sets spending and revenue plans for all city services—schools, police, fire, streets, parks—for the year ending June 30, 2026. Determines tax rates and service levels citywide.

City workers get 1% cost-of-living raise, effective July 1

All city employees receive a 1% cost-of-living adjustment starting July 1, 2025, funded from the general budget. This affects payroll costs and tax-funded operations.

City employees get 1% cost-of-living raise starting July 2025

All city employees receive a 1% cost-of-living adjustment to their pay effective July 1, 2025. This supports worker purchasing power amid inflation.

Council adopts Tax Increment Financing budget for FY 2026

City commits TIF revenues to development projects and infrastructure improvements in designated districts. Budget determines which neighborhoods benefit from tax-increment funding next fiscal year.

Council approves employee expense reimbursements

City workers get reimbursed for work-related travel, meals, and supplies from the general fund. Itemized approval ensures public oversight of employee spending.

Council adopts Rebuild Alabama Act fund budget for FY 2026

Approves spending plan for state Rebuild Alabama fund. Sets priorities for how recovery/rebuild resources will be allocated in the coming fiscal year.

Approve advanced expense reimbursements for city staff

City employees get reimbursed for out-of-pocket work expenses. This vote ensures their advance accounts are settled.

CONSENT ITEM 17. A Resolution confirming the previous Capital Budget appropriations.

City adopts Sporting and Entertainment Recruiting Fund budget for FY2026

Council set aside funds for sports and entertainment recruitment—part of the city's strategy to attract major events and businesses. Details on spending priorities will shape which venues and projects get backing.

Land Bank Authority adopts $0 budget for FY 2025

The Land Bank Authority's annual budget sets spending authority for property acquisition, demolition, and remediation. A zero-dollar budget suggests the agency will operate under carryover funds or grant revenue only.

City approves expense reimbursements for appointed officials

Officials' travel, meals, and other work-related expenses are reimbursed from city funds. This approval ensures transparency about how public money supports official duties.