Budget & Finance

City allocates $1M for Gulf Coast Exploreum repairs

Mobile sets aside $1 million in capital funds for maintenance and repairs at the Gulf Coast Exploreum, the region's science museum that serves thousands of school children and families annually.

City approves payment to Gulf Coast Caribbean Carnival Association

Council votes to spend general funds supporting the Gulf Coast Caribbean Carnival Association, a community cultural event.

Mobile buys Ford transit van for fire dept: $48,740

City sets aside $48,740 from capital funds to purchase a Ford transit cargo van for the Mobile Fire-Rescue Department, using no-bid procurement from Stivers Ford Lincoln.

MFRD purchases Ford F350 pickup truck from Stivers; $54,612

Fire department gets a new pickup truck to replace aging equipment. Purchase comes from general fund.

Council awards $54,612 Ford F350 truck to MFRD

Mobile Fire-Rescue Department gets a new heavy-duty pickup truck from competitive bid. Vehicle will support emergency response and fleet operations.

City buys Ford F150 pickup for fire department: $45,756

Mobile Fire-Rescue Department gets a new pickup truck to support operations. No competitive bidding was used for this purchase.

City buys Ford transit van for fire department; $50,830

Mobile Fire & Rescue gets new cargo van to improve emergency response capacity. Purchase from competitive bidding process.

Maritime Museum: $60K media contract for buffet exhibit

City spending $60,000 on exhibit media services for the Maritime Museum's new buffet display.

Parks gets two autonomous mowers for $85,427

City purchases two robotic mowers to cut maintenance costs and labor demands in parks operations. Autonomous equipment reduces long-term staffing strain on groundskeeping crews.

City buys $29,362 court repair supplies for Tennis Center

Repairs and painting at the Municipal Tennis Center keep the facility playable and safe for residents.

City approves $59K floor replacement at Government Plaza

Interface Americas Inc. will replace flooring on the 4th floor of the Southwest Tower at Government Plaza, a municipal building. This maintenance project keeps city offices functional.

City buys $23,818 fertilizer from Simplot Partners for Azalea City Golf Course

Routine annual purchase for golf course grounds maintenance. City commits $23,818 to supplier contract.

City purchases drone system for Mobile Fire-Rescue for $49,106

Fire-Rescue gains new aerial response capability for emergencies and disaster assessment. No-bid purchase from general fund.

MFRD buys $26,468 drone-mounted gas detector from Viva Voce

Mobile Fire & Rescue gains equipment to detect hazardous gases at emergency scenes, improving response safety. No-bid purchase from sole supplier.

Mobile buys 16 Ford pickup trucks for Parks Department; $263K

Parks Department gets new fleet vehicles for maintenance and operations. Purchase follows competitive bidding with Stivers Ford Lincoln.

City buys Ford Explorer SUV for Fire Department: $36,714

Mobile Fire Department gets new vehicle from general operating funds. No-bid purchase authorized for $36,714.

CONSENT ITEM 49. A Resolution approving the itemized expense accounts of elected and appointed officials.

Council approves expense accounts for appointed officials

Appointed city officials can now draw from advance expense accounts. Ensures funds are available for staff travel, supplies, and operational costs tied to their roles.

Council awards $122,600 roofing contract for Fire Station No. 9

Fire Station No. 9 gets a new roof through competitive bidding. Advanced Roofing Solutions won with the lowest qualified bid.

Council approves advance expense reimbursement for city employees

Allows city staff to seek upfront reimbursement for work-related expenses instead of waiting for later payment. Affects cash flow for employees and city budget management.