Budget & Finance

City approves $59,861 fire truck engine replacement

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

Birmingham Fire & Rescue buys Honda supervac fan for $14,315

Equipment purchase for fire department operations. Item is on the consent agenda.

City approves $607.42 expense reimbursement to Kelvin Datcher

Reimbursement covers travel and meal expenses for the Director of External Government attending official business October 10–11, 2021.

City sets aside $1.5M in federal coronavirus relief for community development

The city received a federal Community Development Block Grant and is allocating $1.5M to support local economic recovery and community projects as the pandemic impact continues.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Mayor Mitchell's travel advance increased $2,706.20

Budget amendment ups approved travel expenses for Mayor's office trip to Hollywood, Florida (Feb. 13–17, 2022).

City sets aside $10K state grant for Druid Hills historic planning

State funding supports historic preservation work in the Druid Hills neighborhood. The $10,000 grant goes to planning and permitting efforts for the historic district.

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.

Budget transfer: $4,120 redirected from Penfield Park to general fund

Penfield Park Neighborhood Association loses $4,120 in allocated funding; money returns to the city's general fund for other uses.

City approves advanced expense account for employee

Allows a city employee to draw advance funds from their expense account. This is a routine personnel reimbursement matter.

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.

Civic Center: $430K redirected from parking to marketing and demo

City is shifting $430,434 earmarked for a new parking facility toward marketing the Civic Center and demolition costs instead. Citizens should know how construction dollars are being reallocated.

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.

City sets aside $500K lodging tax for USFL recruitment

The city commits $500,000 from lodging tax revenue to help recruit and support a United States Football League team. Residents benefit through increased tourism, jobs, and tax base growth if recruitment succeeds.

Council approves $64,550 Chevrolet Tahoe purchase for Mobile PD

Mobile Police Department adds a new SUV to its fleet. Purchase was awarded through competitive bidding to Donohoo Chevrolet.