City secures right to landscape ALDOT right-of-way
Agreement lets the city install landscaping on state highway shoulders and medians, improving neighborhood appearance at no municipal cost.
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Grants & Federal Funding
Agenda items
Grants & Federal Funding items
City agrees with ALDOT on maintenance of federally-assisted roads
This agreement with the state transportation department clarifies who maintains public roads that received federal funding and ensures the city retains control of those properties.
Foreign-Trade Zone: Mercedes-Benz gets subzone rights in Birmingham
Mercedes-Benz USA gains tax and duty exemptions on imports and goods stored in a designated city subzone, potentially boosting its operations locally and creating jobs in the region.
City enters cooperation agreement with State Department of Transportation
The city and state will share data and resources on transportation planning and infrastructure. Benefits depend on final agreement terms, which are not detailed in this summary.
City accepts $178.5K federal grant for police bulletproof vests
Federal funding covers protective equipment for officers at no cost to the city. Frees up local budget for other police or community priorities.
City, state agree to share transportation data and resources
Birmingham and Alabama Department of Transportation will coordinate on road projects, traffic data, and infrastructure planning. No immediate cost to the city.
City submits amendment to HUD for CARES Act funds
The city is requesting federal pandemic relief money from HUD to address community needs. Approval unlocks funds that support housing, economic aid, or other emergency relief programs.
Mayor authorized to apply for federal Shuttered Venue Operators Grant
City seeks federal relief funds for shuttered music venues, theaters, and entertainment businesses hit hard by pandemic closures. No local dollars required to apply.
Mayor seeks federal health grant (MP-CPI-21-006)
City is applying for federal funding to advance health initiatives. Grant award would bring new resources and programs to residents.
City secures multi-use trail easement over M2 Ventures property
The city gains legal access to build or maintain a public trail across private land at 350 [address], expanding recreational connectivity for residents without purchasing the property.
Mayor authorized to sign state construction agreement (ACIMF-CMAQF-3716)
City enters construction agreement with Alabama Department of Transportation for a state-funded project. Details on the specific project scope and location are not included in this item.
City commits $1.25M federal grant to Zimmerman Properties for 244 affordable hou
City dedicates federal housing funds to create up to 244 affordable homes through partnership with Zimmerman Properties.
City applies for $1.5M CARES Act community development grant
Federal funding could support affordable housing, infrastructure, or pandemic relief in underserved neighborhoods. City seeks grant through Alabama's CDBG-CV program.
$1.25M HUD HOME funds allocated to Zimmerman Properties for 244 affordable units
City commits federal housing funds to create up to 244 affordable homes through Zimmerman Properties. Expands affordable housing stock using HUD grants that don't require local tax dollars.
City submits CARES Act grant amendment to HUD
City is adjusting how it spends federal COVID-relief funds previously awarded by HUD. The amendment may redirect dollars to different community priorities or extend timelines for ongoing projects.
City amends pact with State DOT for transportation project
Amendment updates the City's agreement with Alabama DOT to proceed with a state-funded transportation project. Details of the specific project and funding are not fully disclosed in the item title.
HUD grant authorization for Choice Neighborhoods program
City secures federal funding to improve distressed neighborhoods through HUD's Choice Neighborhoods program, which typically addresses housing quality, community safety, and economic opportunity in targeted areas.
City executes state transportation construction agreement
City moves forward on a state-funded transportation project. Full project details and location unavailable from agenda.
City approves transportation engineering deal with Alabama DOT
This agreement activates a state grant for preliminary engineering on transportation project STPBH-3719, laying groundwork for infrastructure planning that may affect local roads or transit.
City commits $1.5M in federal grants to HUD neighborhood revitalization
Birmingham sets aside $1.5M in federal Community Development Block Grants to support neighborhood improvements through HUD's Choice Neighborhoods program, which typically funds housing stability, economic opportunity, and community infrastructure projects.