City accepts $50K grant from Southern Company for demo project
Southern Company will fund a demonstration project with a $50,000 grant to support city operations or initiatives.
Topic
Grants & Federal Funding
Agenda items
Grants & Federal Funding items
City accepts DHS federal flood insurance grant funds
Federal grant money strengthens Birmingham's flood preparedness and resilience. The city can apply for and use these funds to support flood mitigation and insurance programs.
City grants Mid-America Engine foreign-trade zone operator status
Allows Mid-America Engine to use a foreign-trade zone sub-site, potentially reducing import tariffs and customs duties on parts. Could attract or expand manufacturing operations in Birmingham.
City funds $1.1M affordable housing project with Woodlawn Foundation
The city commits $1.1 million in federal affordable housing funds to construct new homes, site work, and infrastructure in the Woodlawn area. Direct investment in affordable housing expands homeownership and stabilizes the neighborhood.
City accepts EPA grant (amount not disclosed)
Federal environmental funding helps support city projects, but the lack of disclosed grant amount and project details limits citizen visibility into how this money will be spent.
City receives $20,000 grant from Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund
Birmingham secures funding to support municipal financial empowerment initiatives, expanding access to financial services and economic opportunity programs for residents.
State transportation grant agreement amendment signed
City formalizes revised terms with Alabama Department of Transportation for state highway project funding, clarifying cost-share obligations and timeline.
Mayor authorized to apply for DOJ grant funds
Enables city to pursue federal justice funding that may support public safety or crime prevention programs. Grant amount and specific purpose not yet disclosed.
City secures $22.5K grant for historic preservation development
Federal funding from the National Trust supports Birmingham's historic preservation work at no local cost. Grant enables planning or improvement projects that protect the city's architectural heritage.
City accepts $100K historic preservation grant from National Trust
Birmingham secures federal funding to preserve historic properties and cultural landmarks. The city will match the grant with its own funds.
City accepts $502K grant from Community Foundation
Birmingham receives half a million dollars in private funding for unspecified community programs. The grant agreement details will clarify how the money is spent and which residents or neighborhoods benefit.
Kareem Cab Company gets 5 taxi permits for Birmingham
Kareem Cab Company is authorized to operate five additional taxis on city streets. The permits allow the company to expand service availability for residents needing taxi transportation.
City accepts FEMA Fire Prevention & Safety grant (FY 2018)
Federal funding for fire prevention and safety programs; brings grant money into Birmingham without local matching funds required.
Mayor authorized to apply for federal justice grant
Birmingham seeks Department of Justice funding to support law enforcement and criminal justice initiatives. The grant, if awarded, provides federal money for public safety programs.
City approves $504.5K AmeriCorps VISTA grant for community service
Federal grant funds community service programs with minimal local match. City sets aside $49,240 in matching funds.
City approves right-of-way agreements with Alabama DOT
Clears legal agreements needed to move forward with a state-funded transportation project. The specific project details were cut off in the agenda item.
Council appoints 7 members to Museum of Art Board
Seven volunteer board seats filled on the Birmingham Museum of Art, including one replacing a resigned member. Board members guide the museum's governance and operations.
Mayor authorized to issue small-business loans via federal grant
Small-business owners in Birmingham may access federal funding to start or expand operations. Uses Community Development Block Grant dollars.
City provides federal transit grant funds to BJCTA for bus fleet
City channels federal FTA Tiger Grant money to help BJCTA purchase new buses, improving transit access for Birmingham riders.
City approves state transportation grant (STPAA-0004)
Mayor gains authority to sign agreement with Alabama Department of Transportation for a state-funded project. Grant amount and specific project scope not disclosed in agenda.