Budget & Finance

City reimburses Council Assistant Natricia Bibbs $807 for travel

Council Assistant Natricia Bibbs receives reimbursement for work-related travel expenses from November 30–December 2, 2017.

City approves advanced expense reimbursements for employees

Employees get reimbursed for out-of-pocket work expenses they've already paid. Routine payroll item.

Council approves employee expense reimbursements

City employees are reimbursed for work-related expenses from the general fund. This routine approval ensures staff can be promptly reimbursed for purchases made on city business.

City approves $345 payment to Grainger for vehicle towing parts

Routine vendor payment for vehicle maintenance supplies from the general fund.

City pays Paul Pierce Paint and Body $1,097 for vehicle repair

Equipment Management Department repairs city fleet vehicle. Routine maintenance charge approved on consent agenda.

City pays Mayer Electric $2,049.46 for conduit parts

Routine vendor payment for electrical supplies used in city maintenance and repair work across Birmingham.

$600K from lodging tax moved to capital projects

City is redirecting $600,000 in lodging tax revenue to fund capital improvements. This shifts money earmarked for visitor hospitality services toward infrastructure projects.

Library VOIP rewiring: $40.3K budget shift reallocates capital funds

Library phone system upgrade redirects $40K from Central Library and Pratt City branch projects. Affects library service continuity and branch renovation timelines.

Council awards $210K elevator repair contract to McGee Construction

Legion Field elevator repairs will improve accessibility at the city facility. McGee Construction submitted the lowest competitive bid.

PIC Projects: $9.4K shifted from Districts 6 & 9

Neighborhood improvement funds are being moved between districts; money intended for your area may be reallocated to other priorities.

City reimburses Council Assistant Natricia Bibbs $807 for travel

Council Assistant Natricia Bibbs receives reimbursement for work-related travel expenses from November 30–December 2, 2017.

Council establishes rules for employee longevity pay

Sets how city employees earn salary bonuses for years of service. Policy determines what staff retention costs taxpayers and who qualifies for extra compensation.

Highway Improvement Fund budget approved for fiscal 2018

Sets spending priorities for road maintenance and upgrades across Birmingham. Budget details guide which neighborhoods get repair work.

Council adopts bond debt reserve fund budget for FY 2018

The city sets aside reserves from bond proceeds to cover future debt obligations and protect against financial emergencies. This budget ensures the city can meet its bond commitments without disrupting core services.

City adopts Alabama Trust Fund budget for fiscal 2018

This budget sets aside funds for the Alabama Trust Fund, a state mechanism that supports city operations and services. Adoption is required annually to enable spending through June 30, 2018.

Council adopts General Fund budget for fiscal year 2018

Sets spending levels for city services—police, fire, parks, streets, utilities—that affect tax rates and service quality across all wards.

City pays $1,770 to Parkview Catering for police awards banquet

General fund spending on catering for the 2017 Community Policing and Revitalization Awards event held August 5, 2017.

CONSENT ITEM 52. A Resolution approving the itemized expense accounts of city employees.

Council adopts Corrections Fund budget for fiscal year 2018

Sets spending priorities for jail operations and inmate services. Determines funding for detention facilities, programs, and staffing.

Council adopts 2018 capital improvement budget

Sets spending plan for city infrastructure, equipment, and facility projects through June 2018. Determines which roads, buildings, and systems get funding this fiscal year.