Budget & Finance

City sets aside $51K for NCAA Division II Women's Basketball Championship

City commits $51,240 in expense reimbursement to support hosting the NCAA Division II Women's Basketball Championship at Crossplex, a one-time event expense.

City sets aside $17,455 for trails and parks improvements

Donations fund approved for Clairmont Walking Trail ($7,455), East Lake Park ($5,000), and Arthur Shores Park ($5,000). Parks get upgraded amenities.

City approves expense accounts for elected officials

Decision sets the terms for how mayors, council members, and appointees can spend public funds on business expenses. Affects transparency and accountability for official spending from the general fund.

City awards $6,500 to neighborhood associations from donation fund

Neighborhood groups receive grants to support local programs and community initiatives. Funding comes from the city's donation fund for fiscal year 2022.

City reimburses employee expenses

Council approves routine reimbursements for city workers' job-related costs from the general fund.

City spends $10,000 Fire Safety Education grant award

The city appropriates a $10,000 state/federal grant earmarked for fire safety education programs in the coming fiscal year.

City pays Judge of Probate $1,040 for condemnation recording fees

Funds the official recording of condemnation and assessment resolutions at the Jefferson County probate office. Part of routine municipal operations under Birmingham City Code Section 3-1-7.

Council approves expense accounts for elected officials

Authorizes reimbursement of documented expenses incurred by the Mayor, Council members, and appointed officials from the general fund. Ensures transparency on how public money supports elected leadership.

PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSED 2022-2023 FISCAL YEAR CITY BUDGET

Mayor gets $2,500/year per neighborhood for events and supplies

Residents get neighborhood events and activities funded from public money. Mayor can spend up to $2,500 annually in each neighborhood on inflatables, rentals, and other goods and services.

Council approves expense accounts for officials

Council members and appointed officials submit itemized expense claims for review and approval. This vote confirms reimbursement for authorized travel, meals, and other official business costs.

Council approves expense accounts for elected officials

Officials' travel, meals, and office expenses come from city funds. This vote sets the rules for how much they can spend and what gets reimbursed.

Council approves expense accounts for appointed officials

Sets how much city officials can spend on travel, meals, and other business costs before reimbursement. Affects city budget and official accountability.

Council approves expense accounts for appointed and elected officials

City officials' spending on expenses (travel, meals, office costs) gets a public vote. This routine approval ensures transparency in how public funds cover official duties.

Council approves advanced expense reimbursement for city employees

This allows employees to claim reimbursement for out-of-pocket work expenses before submitting receipts. Speeds up reimbursement process for staff while protecting the city's general fund through audit controls.

City approves reimbursement accounts for appointed and elected officials

Officials can submit expense reports for advanced reimbursement. Details of how much is set aside and what qualifies should be public.

City approves advance payroll reimbursements for employee expenses

Employees can receive advance funds for work-related expenses like travel and training, then reconcile actual costs later. This is routine cash-flow management from the general fund.

City approves $8,310.54 petroleum purchase from McPherson Companies

Routine fuel and lubricant purchase for city vehicle and equipment maintenance using competitive pricing agreement.

PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSED 2022-2023 FISCAL YEAR CITY BUDGET

Council approves expense accounts for appointed officials

Spending decision on reimbursements for city-appointed officials' work-related expenses. Transparency requires residents to see how public funds cover officials' out-of-pocket costs.