Budget & Finance

Budget amendment: $22K-$30K transferred within District 3 funds

Reallocates spending from discretionary funds and consulting fees within District 3's budget for the 2025 fiscal year.

City receives $250K state grant for City Walk maintenance

State funding from Alabama ADECA will support ongoing maintenance of the public City Walk. Improves access and upkeep of a community gathering space.

City approves 1-year auto parts contract with Advance Stores Company

Equipment Management will purchase miscellaneous auto parts from Advance Stores Company under a sole-source contract, sourcing vehicle maintenance materials for city fleet upkeep.

Council pays Lindsey Office Furnishings $1,055 for office furniture

Routine vendor payment for office furniture purchases from general fund. Citizens can track city spending on routine supplies.

City sets aside $200K from state grant for BRT system

Birmingham Rapid Transit System receives $200,000 in ADECA state funding to support transit operations. The city is activating grant money already awarded to boost public transportation capacity.

$3,000 donation allocated to Ensley Recreation Center youth program

Ensley Park receives funding boost for Senior's Youth at Heart programs serving seniors and young people in the neighborhood.

Approve $3,732.92 payment to Uline for folding tables and chairs

City spending on office furniture and equipment. This purchase provides tables and chairs for municipal use.

City approves motorcycle parts payments to Powersports of Montgomery

Equipment Management Department secures motorcycle parts through a one-year vendor agreement with local supplier Powersports of Montgomery.

City accepts $10K donation for safety cameras at Memorial Park

Memorial Park gets new security infrastructure funded by Jefferson County Commission donation. Enhanced surveillance may improve visitor safety.

City Walk gets $250K ADECA grant for maintenance

State grant funds ongoing upkeep of City Walk public space. No new tax dollars required.

$1.5M budget shift from consulting fees to unspecified purpose

City is moving $1.5 million away from capital project consulting work. The intended use is unclear from the title alone, but residents should know what this money supports.

General Fund budget amended: $489K reallocated from IT spending

City is shifting money away from IT equipment and services to cover needs elsewhere in the budget. This is a routine adjustment that may affect which IT projects move forward.

Council approves Mayor's expense account

Transparency into elected officials' spending. The Mayor's itemized expenses are subject to public review.

CONSENT ITEM 21. A Resolution approving the itemized expense account of a city employee.

Council approves reimbursement of employee business expenses

City employees get reimbursed for approved job-related travel, meals, and other business costs from the general fund. This is routine consent-calendar spending that keeps municipal operations running.

Council approves city employee expense accounts

City employees' business expenses (travel, meals, supplies) are reimbursed from the general fund. Public oversight of these accounts ensures tax dollars are spent appropriately.

City awards $900K contract for Rickwood Field accessibility improvements

Rickwood Field, a historic baseball venue at 1137 2nd Avenue West, will become more accessible to visitors with disabilities through renovations by A.G. Gaston Construction Co.

City buys 10 Ford F350 trucks from Stivers Ford for $581K

City purchases 10 heavy-duty pickup trucks for municipal operations. No-bid procurement; citizens can track vendor selection and fleet spending.

Mayor authorized to pursue federal grant

Council grants the Mayor power to apply for and accept a federal grant, though the grant purpose is not specified in this item. Check the agenda for grant details and expected funding amount.

City buys 16 drone kits from Atlanta Drone Group Inc.

City is spending public funds on drone equipment (DJI aircraft, docks, batteries, and software licenses). The purchase represents a significant investment in aerial surveillance or inspection technology, though the specific public benefit or department use is not detailed in the