Budget & Finance

Bond Debt Reserve Fund budget for fiscal year 2018

This sets aside reserves to cover unexpected costs and debt obligations in the coming year, affecting how much flexibility the city has for emergencies and capital projects.

City approves $40K payment to Big Moe Spring and Alignment

Equipment maintenance and alignment services keep city vehicles operational and roadworthy. This payment covers routine fleet upkeep.

Council adopts Community Development Block Grant budget for FY 2018

Federal grants fund affordable housing, infrastructure, and anti-blight programs across low-income neighborhoods. This vote sets spending priorities for community development projects citywide.

Council establishes rules for employee longevity pay raises

Sets up how city employees earn salary bonuses based on years of service. Affects pay budgets and retention of city workforce.

ADDENDUM ITEM 101 WITHDRAWN An Ordinance “TO FURTHER AMEND THE GENERAL FUND BUDGET” for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2018 by transferring $25,000.00 from District #2 Discretionary Projects and appropriating $25,000.00 to Park and Recreation

District 7 funds $12,634 grant to West Brownville neighborhood group

Money from District 7's neighborhood budget is being redirected to support community projects in West Brownville, giving residents direct say in how public funds strengthen their neighborhood.

City approves expense reimbursements for employees

Employees receive reimbursement for work-related expenses they've advanced. This routine payroll item ensures staff aren't out of pocket for city business.

Approve $192 travel reimbursement for Mayor's staff

City reimburses administrative staff travel expenses from the general fund. This is a routine payroll/expense item.

Highway Improvement Fund budget adopted for fiscal 2018

Sets spending priorities for road and street improvements citywide over the next year. Direct impact on maintenance and safety of Birmingham's transportation network.

Fuel Tax Fund budget approved for fiscal year 2018

Sets spending for fuel-tax revenue dedicated to city operations. Affects how transportation and infrastructure funds are allocated through June 2018.

Council adopts capital improvement fund budget for 2017–18

Budget sets spending priorities for city infrastructure, roads, and public facilities over the next fiscal year.

Fire Department gets $290,814 federal grant for equipment

Federal funding boost for firefighter training and equipment — no local tax dollars spent.

Council approves employee advance expense accounts

Employees can now draw advances against future reimbursements for work-related expenses. Speeds up out-of-pocket cost recovery for city staff.

Council adopts Neighborhood Allocation Fund budget for FY2018

This sets how $0+ in community development funds flow to neighborhoods. Budget details determine which areas get money for improvements.

Budget amendment: $45K reallocation from District 1 and 5 funds

Council is shifting discretionary project money between districts. Residents in Districts 1 and 5 should know their allocated project funding is being redirected.

Council confirms prior capital appropriations

Locks in approved spending from previous budgets for capital projects city-wide. No new funds or projects, but ensures prior commitments remain in effect.

Council adopts $0 General Fund budget for fiscal 2018

The city's annual operating budget sets spending limits across all departments and services residents depend on—from police and fire to parks and utilities.

Council discretionary fund: spending for community organizations

Council will decide how to distribute public dollars to various organizations. The specific recipients and amounts will determine which community priorities get funded.

City approves employee expense reimbursements

City employees receive reimbursement for approved work-related expenses from the general fund.

Land Bank Authority budget approved for fiscal year 2018

Sets spending plan for the Land Bank's property acquisition and blight-remediation work. The budget funds operations that stabilize blighted neighborhoods and support future property recovery.