Would fund fresh produce distribution to Birmingham residents without reliable access to fruits and vegetables through June 2026. $7,500 from District 2 and $3,500 from District 5 discretionary budgets.
If approved, the city would provide $36,800 in sponsorship funds to bring the Junior Olympic National Championship to Birmingham's CrossPlex Natatorium in June-July 2027. The event would host swimmers ages 12 and under competing for national titles and is expected to generate eco
If approved, the City would increase annual support to the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute by $500,000 in fiscal year 2026. The funds would support the institute's operations and programming.
District 8 funds would support summer theatre education for students, focusing on teamwork, literacy, and public speaking skills through June 2026.
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If approved, would reimburse official travel, meals, and other business expenses from the general fund. Residents can review how tax dollars fund elected officials' work-related costs.
Council would fund the Birmingham Public Library's purchase of books and educational materials from Ingram Library Services. The materials would support library operations and public access to resources.
If approved, would continue lump sum and disability cancer coverage for eligible firefighters through June 2027. Required by Alabama state law (Act 2019-361).
If approved, would establish a 3-year supply contract for vehicle starters and alternators used by city fleet maintenance. Competitive bid process ensures cost efficiency for taxpayers.
Would provide printers, PC software, and related IT supplies to the city's Information Management Systems Department under competitive bid. Council will consider accepting the lowest responsive bid.
Would authorize a three-year supply contract for equipment repair parts. If approved, the city would purchase new and repaired radiators from Southern Armature Works at unit prices, subject to funds availability.
Would secure stop-loss insurance coverage for active and retired city employees' health claims starting July 1, 2026. The $1.5M annual premium helps protect the city's self-funded medical plan from catastrophic claim losses.
Would authorize the city to purchase maintenance, repair, and operations equipment and parts from Fastenal for Public Works operations over one year. Enables ongoing vehicle and equipment upkeep at negotiated unit prices.
Would equip swimming pools with new point-of-sale registers from Parks and Recreation Department's FY2025-2026 budget allocation.
If approved, Cody Hamner would receive $10,290 to cover relocation housing costs as part of the Pratt Highway Bridge Replacement project over Black Creek. This payment helps offset the cost of moving due to the infrastructure work.
Council would authorize a three-year radiator supply agreement for city vehicle maintenance. The contract allows the Equipment Management Department to purchase new and repaired radiators as needed from the lowest-bidding vendor.
If approved, would renew the city's excess workers' compensation insurance coverage through June 2028. The two-year contract would cover employee injury and illness claims at a cost of $491,805 annually, paid from the general fund.
Routine spending from the city's general fund to replenish IT telecommunications supplies. If approved, would enable the Department of Information Management Services to maintain network and communications equipment.
If approved, would fund the purchase of books and supplies for the Birmingham Public Library using general fund resources already budgeted for FY2025-2026.
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.