Budget & Finance

January 10, 2023 · Item number:Item #2025-1023 $ Total cost: undisclosed

Council approves flooring replacement at Western Administrative Complex

City commits funds to replace flooring at a major administrative building, improving conditions for staff and visitors.

January 10, 2023 · Item number:Item #2025-1007 $ Total cost: $1.0M

$1M allocated for Gulf Coast Exploreum repairs

Public funding supports maintenance of the Gulf Coast Exploreum, a regional cultural attraction. Work includes miscellaneous repairs to preserve the facility.

January 10, 2023 · Item number:Item #18 $ Total cost: undisclosed

Council approves official expense reimbursement from general fund

Appointed city officials' expense accounts are public spending decisions. This approval confirms what was spent and from which fund, letting residents see how public money covers official duties.

January 10, 2023 · Item number:Item #12 $ Total cost: $150K

Council awards $150K painting contract to Sherrod Construction

City committing $150,383 to repair and paint Arlington House, a historic property at 331 Cotton Avenue SW.

January 10, 2023 · Item number:Item #19 $ Total cost: undisclosed

Council approves advanced expense accounts for appointed officials

Appointed officials can now use pre-authorized expense accounts to cover business costs without waiting for reimbursement. Speeds up city operations and clarifies who can spend from public funds.

January 10, 2023 · Item number:Item #16 $ Total cost: $32K

City pays National Office Furniture $31,942 for office furniture

Routine city spending on office equipment. Amount and vendor made public as part of consent-agenda transparency.

January 3, 2023 · Item number:Item #57 $ Total cost: undisclosed

Council approves expense accounts for elected officials

Sets reimbursement policies and spending rules for mayor, council members, and appointed city leaders. Determines what counts as eligible expenses and how much officials can spend on travel, meals, and other costs.

January 3, 2023 · Item number:Item #59 $ Total cost: undisclosed

City approves advanced expense account for employee

Reimburses a city employee for out-of-pocket business expenses from the general fund. Dollar amount not specified in agenda.

January 3, 2023 · Item number:Item #52 $ Total cost: $44K

City approves $222K purchase of five Ford F250 pickups from Stivers Ford

The city is spending $222,490 in general funds to buy five pickup trucks for municipal operations. This no-bid purchase adds to the vehicle fleet without competitive bidding.

January 3, 2023 · Item number:Item #53 $ Total cost: $58K

Council buys two Ford F350 trucks for $115,020

City purchases two pickup trucks from Stivers Ford Lincoln Mercury for municipal fleet use. Vehicles available with optional features as needed.

January 3, 2023 · Item number:Item #54 $ Total cost: $24K

City buys 49 chairs from Hon for Municipal Court: $23,620

Municipal Court receives new furniture to replace aging seating. Part of routine facility maintenance and upgrades.

January 3, 2023 · Item number:Item #58 $ Total cost: undisclosed

City approves employee expense reimbursement

City pays back an employee for approved work-related expenses from the general fund.

January 3, 2023 · Item number:Item #56 $ Total cost: undisclosed

Council approves expense accounts for elected officials

Approval of official expense spending ensures public transparency over how elected leaders use taxpayer funds for travel, meals, and related costs. Citizens can review what officials charged to city accounts.

January 3, 2023 · Item number:Item #14 $ Total cost: $2K

Budget amendment allocates $3,166.67 to three neighborhood associations

City directs donations fund money to community groups serving residents. Three neighborhood associations receive grants to support local programs and advocacy.

January 3, 2023 · Item number:Item #47 $ Total cost: $85K

Fire department: $84,995 for Eagle Air Raven breathing compressor

Equipment purchase for fire department operations. Sole-source procurement from North American Fire Equipment Company.

January 3, 2023 · Item number:Item #12 $ Total cost: $9K

Budget amendment: $9,327 transferred to grant match Fund 036

Council shifts $9,327 from the Mayor's Office to the city's grant match fund (Fund 036). No direct cost to residents, but enables the city to pursue and secure state or federal grants.

January 3, 2023 · Item number:Item #13 $ Total cost: $8K

City approves $7,800 grant for Blues & BBQ Fest

State tourism grant funds local Blues & BBQ Festival event, supporting arts and cultural programming in the city.

January 3, 2023 · Item number:Item #45 $ Total cost: $545

City pays J W Autobody $545.65 for vehicle repair

City vehicle 204321 damaged in wreck; repair shop covers hidden damage costs under warranty. Standard fleet maintenance claim.

January 3, 2023 · Item number:Item #44 $ Total cost: $14K

Council approves $13,700 crane rental payment to Craneworks, Inc.

Spending $13,700 in public funds for crane rental services through a cooperative purchasing agreement. No competitive bidding required under the PACA agreement.

January 3, 2023 · Item number:Item #48 $ Total cost: $69K

City buys $69,200 stop-the-bleed kits for first responders

Emergency medical supplies added to police and fire departments. Stop-the-bleed kits help control bleeding from serious injuries until paramedics arrive.