Mayor to seek $100K Community Foundation grant for encampment assessments
If approved, would fund assessments of homeless encampments across Birmingham to help guide future policy and service decisions. No local match required.
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Council to approve food supplier contract for Arlington Antebellum Home
Would authorize a one-year food supply contract with US Foods for the Arlington Antebellum Home. The contract sets unit prices for food products and related services for the historic site's operations.
Council to approve stump grinder repair contract with Vermeer Southeast
Would authorize a one-year supply and service agreement for stump grinder parts and repair, ensuring the Department of Equipment Management can maintain grounds-care equipment. Funded from the FY2026-2027 budget via sole-source Sourcewell contract.
Council to consider expense reimbursement for city staff
If approved, would reimburse itemized employee expenses from city funds. Affects city budget allocation and cash flow for staff reimbursement accounts.
City to approve $335K software maintenance contract with Momentus Technologies
Would extend Momentus software maintenance for the Insights event-booking platform through FY29. The 3-year agreement ensures the city's event scheduling system continues to receive updates and technical support.
Council to approve medical supplies contract with Bound Tree Medical
If approved, the city would secure IV, airway, trauma, diagnostic, ventilation, and PPE supplies for Birmingham Fire and Rescue for one year at competitive unit prices. Bound Tree Medical submitted the lowest responsive bid among six competitors.
Council to approve Filterbuy HVAC filter supply contract for Public Works
If approved, the city would source replacement air filters for HVAC systems at city facilities through a competitive bid process, ensuring reliable supply and cost-efficiency over the three-year term.
Council to approve lowest bid for firefighter protective gear (1-year contract)
Would equip Birmingham Fire and Rescue with helmets, boots, and protective wear through FY 2026-27. Approved vendor is Sunbelt Fire, Inc., selected through competitive bidding (3 bids received).
City to pay $45,000 annual dues to Alabama League of Municipalities
If approved, would commit general-fund dollars to three-year membership in the state municipal association, which provides advocacy, training, and peer resources for city government.
Council to consider $23,690 smoke alarm purchase for Fire Department
If approved, the city would purchase 1,000 battery-powered smoke alarms for the Birmingham Fire and Rescue Department. The equipment would support fire prevention efforts across the city.
Sole-source medical supplies contract: Fire and Rescue, Teleflex Funding
Would authorize one-year supply of medical equipment for Birmingham Fire and Rescue. Sole-source procurement means no competitive bidding; contract uses unit prices already on file with the Purchasing Agent.
Council to approve advance expense accounts for city officials
Would authorize spending from the general fund to cover advance expense accounts for appointed and elected officials, such as travel, meals, and operational costs incurred in official duties.
Council to consider expense account policy for city employees
Would establish rules for how city employees can request and use advance payments for job-related expenses. If approved, employees would have a clear process for obtaining funds before expenses occur.
City would authorize $3.5M contract with Small Magic for early childhood learnin
Would fund a one-year program providing enrichment activities for children birth through age 5 and support for childcare and learning centers. If approved, would invest heavily in early childhood capacity building and quality enhancement.
City to fund $114K Legacy Forward Grant pilot for small businesses
Would allocate $100,000 in direct grants to eligible legacy businesses in Birmingham for modernization and operational support, with $14,000 going to Urban Impact, Inc. to administer the program. If approved, local small business owners could access funding to strengthen sustaina
Golf cart parts supply contract: one-year equipment renewal
Would authorize Equipment Management to purchase miscellaneous golf cart parts and supplies from Jerry Pate Turf and Irrigation for one year under an existing Omnia Partners contract.
Council to consider expense account policy for city employees
Would establish rules for how city employees can request and use advance payments for job-related expenses. If approved, employees would have a clear process for obtaining funds before expenses occur.
AutoZone Parts contract renewal: one-year automotive supply agreement
Would authorize the city to continue purchasing miscellaneous automotive parts from AutoZone for Equipment Management operations over the next year. Funds the routine maintenance and repairs needed to keep city vehicles operational.
$34,885 façade improvement loan for 1525 Rev. Abraham Woods Jr. Boulevard
If approved, would provide a five-year forgivable CDBG loan to Alabama Commercial Investments, LLC to improve the building's exterior at this Reverend Abraham Woods Jr. Boulevard address, supporting neighborhood revitalization.
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Council to approve rebuilt transmission purchases from Southland Transportation
If approved, the city would secure a one-year supply agreement for rebuilt automatic transmissions at competitive unit prices. The contract would support Equipment Management's vehicle maintenance operations under the FY 2026-2027 budget.