Budget & Finance

Council approves advanced expense accounts for elected officials

Elected officials' advance spending accounts are funded from the general fund (taxpayer money). This vote sets the terms under which they can draw these funds.

City approves advanced expense reimbursement for employees

Employees can seek reimbursement for work-related expenses paid upfront before the city reimburses them, ensuring staff aren't out-of-pocket for city business.

City approves $198,825 for Stellar TMAX1-11 mechanic lift

City purchases specialized equipment for vehicle maintenance operations. This is routine fleet spending on equipment to support city maintenance services.

Fire hydrants installed along John Rogers Drive

New hydrants improve emergency response times and fire safety on John Rogers Drive. Funding already set aside in the FY2025-2026 capital budget.

City funds $170 for holiday lighting in Central Pratt

Central Pratt neighborhood gets holiday light display funded through general budget. Small seasonal spending that brightens the neighborhood during the holidays.

City buys 2026 Isuzu truck from Truckworx for $87,827

City purchases new landscape truck for municipal operations. This routine equipment buy reflects spending from public funds.

City approves advanced expense reimbursements for employees

This allows city employees to be reimbursed for out-of-pocket work expenses they've already paid. Ensures staff can recover legitimate business costs without delay.

Council approves expense accounts for appointed officials

City officials' travel, meals, and professional development costs are authorized for reimbursement from the general fund. Residents can see what positions claimed expenses and in what amounts.

CONSENT ITEM 55. A Resolution approving the advanced expense account of an appointed official. Submitted by the Mayor)

Council approves itemized expense accounts for city employees

City employees' travel, meals, and other reimbursable expenses are reviewed and approved. Transparency into how public funds are spent on employee operations.

City gets $297K state grant for Alabama Workforce Stabilization Program

State grant funds workforce training and stabilization initiatives. City budgets the money for programs under City Council administration.

City spends $200 for dumpster services at Evergreen

Routine maintenance expense. Ensures dumpster services continue at the Evergreen facility.

City approves Sourcewell contract with Rent One for SCAG equipment

City commits to annual spending on miscellaneous SCAG parts and equipment from Rent One, LLC through a cooperative purchasing agreement. No-bid procurement.

Tarpley Park gets $6,500 in donated equipment from county

Jefferson County donated funds to improve recreational equipment at Tarpley Park, expanding amenities for residents who use the facility.

$10,000 grant to Huffman Neighborhood Association from donations fund

Donation received from Jefferson County Commission allocated to support community service work by neighborhood group.

Council approves $17,208 office furniture purchase for Fire Department

Fire Department gets new office furniture from general fund. Routine equipment purchase on consent agenda.

Park & Rec receives $7.5K donation from Jefferson County for Central Park

Central Park Recreation Center gets new equipment funded by a Jefferson County donation. No direct tax impact on residents.

Sole-source: Southland International Trucks parts contract approved for 1 year

Equipment Management secures spare parts and repair services for city trucks through a one-year sole-source deal with Southland International. Keeps fleet maintenance steady and predictable.

Park and Recreation gets $10K donation for Memorial Recreation Center equipment

Memorial Recreation Center receives donated equipment funded by Jefferson County, expanding facility capacity at no cost to taxpayers.

Fire Dept buys $14,255 office furniture from Affordable Interior

City spends $14,255 in general funds on office furniture for the Fire Department through a no-bid contract.