Budget & Finance

Budget shift: $48,332 moved from Public Works to Parks staff

City reallocates payroll funds between departments to address staffing needs. The shift prioritizes Parks and Recreation personnel while reducing Public Works capacity.

Budget: $29,950 shifted among District 6, 7, West End

Neighborhood funds reallocated: $10,400 and $12,000 moved from District 6 and 7 budgets, with $7,550 going to West End. Affects discretionary spending for community projects in these areas.

City approves $2,189.62 travel expense reimbursement for Deputy Administrator

Routine reimbursement for city employee travel to Dallas; minimal impact on general fund.

City approves $2,189.62 travel expense reimbursement for Deputy Administrator

Routine reimbursement for city employee travel to Dallas; minimal impact on general fund.

City sets aside $275K for 2017 NCAA D2 track championships

Birmingham reimburses Crossplex/NCAA D2 for hosting the 2017 Men's and Women's Indoor Track and Field Championships. The event brings visitors and economic activity to the city.

Council reimburses Cheryl Kidd $398.24 for travel

Routine reimbursement for Council Administrator's out-of-pocket travel expense to attend a public business event in Prattville, January 19–20, 2017.

City pays YGMR $628 for Mayor's Grant Workshop catering

Vendor payment for boxed lunches at city-sponsored grants workshop at the CrossPlex.

Council approves $1,770 travel reimbursement for Steven Hoyt

Reimbursement for Pro-Tem Council member's travel to Washington, D.C., January 11–14, 2017.

City approves advance payroll for employees

Employees receive scheduled advance payments from the general fund. This is routine payroll authorization.

Council approves advanced expense reimbursements for city staff

City employees get reimbursed for job-related expenses they paid out of pocket. This routine approval ensures staff can cover travel, supplies, and other necessary costs without delay.

City approves employee expense reimbursements

Routine reimbursement of city staff expenses — travel, meals, and other job-related costs from the general fund. Citizens can review who spent what on city business.

City approves $1,822.94 travel expense for Mayor's office staff

Reimbursement for travel by an administrative assistant to Kingston, Jamaica (February 13-17). No direct impact on residents, but itemizes public spending from the general fund.

Budget amendment: $332K reallocated, $20K to Dynamic C

City shifts $332,000 from Jefferson County Personnel Board reserves to fund other departmental needs, including $20,000 to Dynamic C. Affects how general fund dollars are spent in FY2017.

ITEM 73. A Resolution approving the following Advanced Expense Accounts:

City awards $1M contract for Fire & Rescue training center

Taylor and Miree Construction wins competitive bid to build new training facility for Birmingham Fire & Rescue, a major capital investment in firefighter readiness and public safety infrastructure.

City approves $2,195.94 in travel expenses for Mayor's Office staff

Council approves reimbursement for an administrative assistant's business travel to Little Rock, Arizona in April 2017.

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 advanced expense reimbursements for employees

Authorizes the city to reimburse employees for out-of-pocket business expenses they've paid in advance. Ensures workers aren't out of pocket for city-authorized costs.

Budget: $100K shifted from Wahouma Park to capital fund

City is moving $100,000 away from Wahouma Park for other capital projects. The impact on the park depends on what was planned there.

Knox Pest Control: $2,850 termite bond + $600 annual renewal

City commits to three-year pest control contract for municipal buildings. Renewal fee of $600/year protects city property from termite damage.