Council to approve $160.84 purchase of office equipment for HR
Would authorize spending from the FY2025-2026 budget for a noise sound machine and date stamp for the Human Resources Department.
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Council to approve advanced expense accounts for appointed officials
If approved, would reimburse appointed city officials for advance expenses paid from personal funds. Affects budget allocation from the general fund for official business costs.
Council to consider approving advanced expense accounts for city employees
If approved, would allow city employees to draw advances on approved expense reimbursements. Affects payroll processing and employee cash flow management.
Jones Valley Teaching Farm contract: $50K for youth education through 2026
If approved, would commit $50,000 (split between Districts 3 and 4 discretionary funds) to fund community educational workshops and exhibits by Jones Valley Teaching Farm for families and youth through June 2026. Would focus on food-based learning for healthy community developmen
City Council schedules 2026-2027 budget public hearing
Budget hearing is your chance to speak on how the city spends tax dollars. Public comment shapes final spending decisions across police, parks, water, roads, and all city services.
City to authorize $1.5M stop-loss insurance contract with Optum for 2026–27
Would secure stop-loss insurance coverage for active and retired city employees' health claims starting July 1, 2026. The $1.5M annual premium helps protect the city's self-funded medical plan from catastrophic claim losses.
Council to authorize $10,290 relocation payment for tenant at Pratt Highway brid
If approved, Cody Hamner would receive $10,290 to cover relocation housing costs as part of the Pratt Highway Bridge Replacement project over Black Creek. This payment helps offset the cost of moving due to the infrastructure work.
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Council to approve SJ, LLC bid for vehicle parts supply contract
If approved, would establish a 3-year supply contract for vehicle starters and alternators used by city fleet maintenance. Competitive bid process ensures cost efficiency for taxpayers.
City to approve radiator supply contract with Stivers Ford
Council would authorize a three-year radiator supply agreement for city vehicle maintenance. The contract allows the Equipment Management Department to purchase new and repaired radiators as needed from the lowest-bidding vendor.
Library to purchase books and supplies from Ingram for $28,675
Council would fund the Birmingham Public Library's purchase of books and educational materials from Ingram Library Services. The materials would support library operations and public access to resources.
Council to approve itemized expense accounts for elected officials
If approved, would reimburse official travel, meals, and other business expenses from the general fund. Residents can review how tax dollars fund elected officials' work-related costs.
Council to renew $105.6K cancer benefits for firefighters
If approved, would continue lump sum and disability cancer coverage for eligible firefighters through June 2027. Required by Alabama state law (Act 2019-361).
Excess workers' comp insurance renewal: $491,805 with Midwest Employers
If approved, would renew the city's excess workers' compensation insurance coverage through June 2028. The two-year contract would cover employee injury and illness claims at a cost of $491,805 annually, paid from the general fund.
Council to approve Fastenal maintenance contract for Public Works
Would authorize the city to purchase maintenance, repair, and operations equipment and parts from Fastenal for Public Works operations over one year. Enables ongoing vehicle and equipment upkeep at negotiated unit prices.
PC Connection contract: 1-year printers & software supply
Would provide printers, PC software, and related IT supplies to the city's Information Management Systems Department under competitive bid. Council will consider accepting the lowest responsive bid.
Council to approve radiator contract with Southern Armature Works
Would authorize a three-year supply contract for equipment repair parts. If approved, the city would purchase new and repaired radiators from Southern Armature Works at unit prices, subject to funds availability.
Council to approve $3,199 purchase of 10 pool cash registers
Would equip swimming pools with new point-of-sale registers from Parks and Recreation Department's FY2025-2026 budget allocation.
Council to approve $568.72 telecom supplies purchase from Amazon for IT Departme
Routine spending from the city's general fund to replenish IT telecommunications supplies. If approved, would enable the Department of Information Management Services to maintain network and communications equipment.
Council to approve $6,476 library book and supply purchase from Midwest Tape
If approved, would fund the purchase of books and supplies for the Birmingham Public Library using general fund resources already budgeted for FY2025-2026.
Council to approve advanced expense reimbursement for appointed official
If approved, would authorize reimbursement of pre-approved expenses for a city-appointed official from the general fund. Establishes accountability for use of public money on official business.