Sole-source: City renews dry-cell battery contract with Liion Power
City will continue buying dry-cell batteries from Liion Power Inc. (Batteries Plus) for ongoing inventory replenishment over the next year without competitive bidding.
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Budget & Finance
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Budget & Finance items
City approves expense reimbursements for city employees
Employees who advance their own money for city business (travel, supplies, conferences) get reimbursed from the general fund. This vote confirms those expenses are legitimate and funds the payback.
City receives $800K state grant for transportation programs
State Transportation Set-Aside grant money will fund local mobility and transportation improvements. The city is moving the funds into its budget for FY 2024.
CONSENT ITEM 17. A Resolution approving the itemized expense accounts of an elected and appointed official.
Council approves employee expense accounts
City employees' reimbursable expenses are now approved for payment from the general fund. Affects payroll processing and budget reconciliation.
Council sets aside $75K federal grant for underrepresented communities planning
City receives federal grant to fund planning, engineering, and permit assistance targeting underrepresented communities. Allocation helps remove barriers to development in under-resourced neighborhoods.
Council sets aside $3M HUD grant for North Birmingham School Project
City received $3 million federal grant for North Birmingham School improvements. Funds now available for project implementation.
Budget amendment: $24,650 for deferred maintenance
City reallocates $24,650 in reimbursement funds toward building repairs and upkeep. This covers deferred maintenance on city facilities.
Council approves expense accounts for appointed officials
Establishes reimbursement rules for travel, meals, and other costs incurred by mayoral appointees. Clarifies how public funds cover official business expenses.
2025 General Bond Debt Reserve Fund budget adopted
This budget sets aside funds to cover future debt repayment obligations and protects the city's financial stability. The reserve ensures timely bond payments and reduces borrowing costs.
Capital Improvement Fund budget for fiscal 2025 approved
Council adopts the year's capital improvement spending plan, setting priorities and funding limits for infrastructure, facilities, and major repairs across city departments.
Highway Improvement Fund budget adopted for fiscal year 2025
This sets spending for road, bridge, and highway maintenance and improvements across the city for the next fiscal year. Details on specific projects and funding amounts should be reviewed in the full budget document.
City pays Graybar Electric $48,513 for crowd control systems
Department of Transportation purchases equipment for traffic management and public safety operations.
Corrections Fund budget adopted for fiscal year 2025
Sets spending levels for jail and detention operations for the year ending June 30, 2025. Determines resources available for inmate care, security, and related services.
Council adopts $0 Birmingham Fund budget for fiscal year 2025
This budget sets spending priorities and revenue allocations for the city's general fund through June 30, 2025. Determines how tax dollars fund city services and operations.
City approves $5,810 furniture purchase from HiTouch Business Services
Routine office furniture spending from general fund; no direct impact on residents or city services.
City buys office furniture from Strickland Paper for $8,653
City Attorney's office gets new furniture purchased through competitive bidding. Routine office equipment spending from the general fund.
Council adopts Land Bank Authority budget for fiscal 2025
Sets spending authority for the Land Bank's operations acquiring and managing blighted and tax-delinquent properties. Budget details determine how many properties can be processed and rehab capacity.
City approves employee advance expense reimbursements
Employees are reimbursed for out-of-pocket expenses they advanced on city business.