Budget & Finance

Public Works buys $8,048 in pesticides and soil amendments from Crop Production

Routine vendor payment for landscape maintenance supplies used across city parks and public spaces.

City pays Rich's Collision Repair $194.62 for auto repair supplement

Equipment Management completes vehicle repairs with this supplement payment for damaged city vehicle 164901.

City awards $93,225 contract for intermodal parking control

Gorrie-Regan and Associates wins the competitive bid to design parking management systems for Phase 2 of the Birmingham Intermodal Facility, supporting transit hub operations.

Council approves 1-year janitorial supply contract with Budget Janitorial

City commits funds to janitorial services for government buildings over the next year at negotiated unit prices. Ensures cleaning supplies and services maintain city facilities.

Council approves advanced expense accounts for city employees

Employees can draw funds in advance for authorized expenses, streamlining reimbursement. Sets spending rules for city operations.

City sets aside $97K for 2018 NCAA track & field event expenses

Birmingham reimburses Crossplex/NCAA for hosting the 2018 Men's and Women's Indoor Track and Field championships, a regional sporting event bringing competitors and visitors to the city.

City pays $692.50 to Paul Pierce Paint and Body for vehicle repair

Equipment Management Department supplement for auto wreck repair on city vehicle 144302.

City pays J W Auto Body $3,878.70 to repair vehicle 144331

Equipment Management Department addresses wreck damage to city vehicle 144331. Routine maintenance ensures fleet availability for public services.

Council approves $171.75 payment to Mayer Electric for light bulbs

Routine purchase of light bulbs for Public Works Department operations, funded from the general fund.

City approves vehicle purchase contract with Donohoo Chevrolet

City commits funds to purchase 2018 Chevrolet Suburbans for municipal use over one year as needed.

City renews annual membership with National League of Cities for $13,400

Birmingham maintains membership in a national nonprofit advocacy network that helps cities access policy research, best practices, and federal funding opportunities.

General Fund budget amended: $660 to Equipment Management

City reallocates a small amount of general tax revenue to replace or repair equipment used in city operations.

$18,750 state grant funds library youth and family program

Library gets state funding to expand services for young people and families through the LSTA Strengthening Youth and Family Program.

Budget shift: $500 moved from North Avondale NA fund

Neighborhood Association funds realigned; North Avondale NA loses $500 in annual discretionary spending, redirected to general city operations.

Council approves employee expense reimbursements

City employees receive approved reimbursement for work-related expenses. This ensures transparent accounting of public funds spent on employee business costs.

City approves employee expense reimbursements

Council reviews and reimburses documented work-related expenses for city staff. Transparency on employee spending helps residents understand how public funds are used.

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

Council adopts General Fund budget for fiscal year 2018

Sets city spending for the year ending June 30, 2018 across all departments and services. This budget determines funding for police, fire, public works, parks, and community programs.

CDBG budget adopted for fiscal 2018

This budget directs federal Community Development Block Grant funds to neighborhood improvements, housing, economic development, and public services. The specific projects and amounts depend on the amendments presented by the Mayor.

Council adopts $0 General Bond Debt Reserve Fund budget for FY2018

Sets aside reserves from bond funds to cover future debt obligations and protect the city's credit rating. Ensures funds are available for emergencies or planned repayment of existing bonds.