Council to approve fire truck engine procurement contract with W.W. Williams
If approved, would authorize one-year supply agreement for fire truck engines needed by the city's Equipment Management Department, funded through the FY 2026-2027 budget.
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Council to approve one-year operational supplies contract with ZEP
Would authorize city purchase of cleaning and maintenance supplies for Equipment Management through a sole-source contract with ZEP. Funding is already budgeted for FY 2026-2027.
Auto parts contract with Advance Stores Company under state master agreement
Council will authorize the city's Equipment Management Department to purchase miscellaneous auto parts from Advance Stores Company for one year under a state master agreement. This supports routine fleet and equipment maintenance operations.
Council to approve $12,050 SCBA hydrostatic testing contract with Bama Fire Prot
Would authorize payment for safety certification testing of self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) equipment used by Birmingham Fire and Rescue firefighters. Essential maintenance for equipment that protects firefighter health in dangerous conditions.
City would pay $28,715 to Osburn Associates for traffic sign post inventory
Would replenish traffic sign posts at the Central Store Warehouse, ensuring adequate inventory for street signage maintenance and replacement citywide.
Council to approve W.W. Grainger parts contract for Equipment Management
City would purchase miscellaneous parts, supplies, and fittings for Equipment Management operations over one year under existing Sourcewell contract. Supports routine fleet and equipment maintenance.
Council to consider expense reimbursement for city staff
If approved, would reimburse itemized employee expenses from city funds. Affects city budget allocation and cash flow for staff reimbursement accounts.
City to lease 0.21-acre lot for unhoused respite facility
If approved, the city would lease land at 600 3rd Ave North for a Department of Unhoused Strategies outdoor respite site for unhoused residents over three years at $1,389/month ($50,000 total).
Land area:
0.21 acres
Council to approve $20,612.60 library supplies payment to OCLC
If approved, would authorize payment to OCLC for library supplies from the city's general fund. Enables the Birmingham Public Library to replenish materials and resources for patron services.
Council to authorize $1,000 Super Fun Day event at Howze-Sandford Recreation Cen
If approved, would fund Six Pratt Community and Economic Development, Inc.'s annual community event on August 8, 2026, offering health screenings and educational resources to residents and children in Pratt City (District 9).
Council to approve $75,462 door repair contract for five fire stations
If approved, would fund door replacements and repairs at Fire Stations 19, 20, 21, 24, and 29, ensuring functional entryways and facility maintenance.
Council to award $134,880 elevator inspection contract to Diversified Service
If approved, would fund elevator inspection, testing, and maintenance at city buildings. This is the lowest bid among two submissions received.
Council to approve $40K payment for digital library access
Would fund advance digital library access through Midwest Tape for Birmingham Public Library patrons if approved.
Council to consider expense reimbursement for city staff
If approved, would reimburse itemized employee expenses from city funds. Affects city budget allocation and cash flow for staff reimbursement accounts.
Council to approve advance expense accounts for city employees
Would authorize city employees to draw advance payments on approved business expenses from the general fund. Streamlines reimbursement process if approved.
Proposed law: ban camping on public property, connect homeless to resources
If approved, would prohibit camping on public land and rights-of-way, requiring removal of unlawful camps. The city would connect people experiencing homelessness to resources and sanitarily remove items from public areas.
Council to consider $462.5K grant for industrial-residential buffer parks
If approved, would authorize the city to accept a $462,500 grant from Jefferson County Board of Health to develop parks that separate industrial and residential areas. The buffer zones would help protect neighborhoods from industrial impacts.
Council to fund $3,500 in Crestline neighborhood events
Would fund four free community events in Crestline—including a fall festival, music festival, outdoor movie, and First Responders' Meal—using neighborhood association funds.
Council to authorize $79,855 floor and stair replacement at Youth Services facil
Would replace damaged flooring and stairs at the Division of Youth Services building at 1608 7th Avenue North, improving safety and accessibility for staff and youth served by the facility.
Council to approve AT&T network services contract for 1 year
Would authorize the city's Information Management Systems Department and other departments to procure network transport services from AT&T under state master agreement pricing for the next year, funded through general fund appropriations for FY 2026/2027.