Budget & Finance

City awards $57,228 pressure-breathing air compressor to Sunbelt Fire Inc.

Mobile Fire-Rescue Department gets equipment upgrade for firefighter safety; competitive bidding process selected Sunbelt Fire Inc. to supply the specialized compressor.

City buys pulse oximeter kits from Masimo for fire department

Fire department gets equipment to monitor patient oxygen levels during emergency response. Purchase uses no-bid procurement process.

City approves $59,861 fire truck engine replacement

Fire department engine replacement keeps emergency response vehicles operational and road-ready.

Council approves $48,629 pickup truck purchase from Stivers Ford Lincoln

City commits nearly $49K in public funds to acquire a vehicle for Building Services operations. This is a routine spending decision on consent that citizens deserve to see.

Forensic software renewal: City approves $21,210 for Gulf Coast Technology Cente

City extends forensic analysis capabilities at its technology center through annual software license renewal and upgrade. Supports ongoing criminal investigations and digital forensics work.

City awards $33,754 ambulance cots contract to Ferno Washington

Mobile Fire-Rescue gets new equipment to transport patients safely. Competitive purchase ensures taxpayer value.

City buys $24K in picnic table parts from Gametime for parks

Parks & Recreation gets replacement parts to repair picnic tables across city facilities, keeping public spaces functional for families and community events.

Approve appropriation to Florence Howard Elementary School

City commits general funds to support Florence Howard Elementary School's public purpose. Dollar amount is not specified in the agenda item.

City approves payment to Jack & Jill of America, Mobile Chapter

City general funds go to the local chapter of Jack & Jill of America, a youth leadership organization. Council voted to authorize the payment and confirm it serves a public purpose.

City allocates funds to Kingdom Covenant Connections, Inc.

Mobile commits general fund dollars to Kingdom Covenant Connections, Inc., a nonprofit organization. The vote confirms the expenditure serves a public purpose.

City funds Grace Place Community Development Corporation

Council approves spending from the general fund to support Grace Place Community Development Corporation's work in the community.

Council shifts $120K to energy efficiency grant match

City is redirecting maintenance funds to secure a federal energy efficiency grant, which will reduce long-term utility costs and support building upgrades.

City buys fire bunker gear, helmets for Mobile Fire-Rescue for $67,655

Firefighters get updated protective equipment. Purchase comes from general city funds.

2025-593 Reggie Hill - dangers of not defining Section 2-62 of City Code, continuously approving contracts under $50k on first read, leaving Chapters 38 and 46 of City Code as is, acquiring 3rd party law firms to represent the City, preserving UDC, not having a plan to attack teen violence, passing FY26 budget before 2025 municipal election, and kudos to City Clerk's Office for digital scanning to preserve records.

Council approves $181,449 Ford Bronco purchase for parks and enforcement

City will spend $181,449 to buy Ford Bronco Sport SUVs for the Parks and Recreation Department and Municipal Enforcement division through a no-bid purchase order.

City approves flooring purchase for Western Administrative Complex

City commits funds to replace flooring at the Western Administrative Complex, a municipal facility.

City funds Friends of Richards DAR House Museum

Council approves public funding for the DAR House Museum, a historic site. Citizens deserve to know which cultural institutions receive municipal support.

City funds Country Club Estates Neighborhood Association

Council will determine whether public funds to a neighborhood association serve a legitimate city purpose and approve payment from the general fund.

Council approves payment to Gulf Coast Dementia Services

City funding supports dementia care services for residents. Exact dollar amount and program details not disclosed in agenda.

Reconnect, Inc. payment approved from general fund

City commits general fund dollars to Reconnect, Inc. for a declared public purpose. Dollar amount not disclosed in agenda item.