City commits $1.11M in HUD funds to Highland Manor Apartments development
Federal housing grant will help fund development of up to 111 apartments at Highland Manor, adding rental housing supply to Birmingham.
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Grants & Federal Funding
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Grants & Federal Funding items
City executes federal transportation grant agreement with state DOT
Federal funding supports transportation improvements. Project details and specific neighborhood impact not disclosed in agenda item.
City shifts $674K in federal disaster aid to administration and bus shelters
Federal disaster-recovery funding ($90K for bus shelters, $674K for program administration) redirects resources originally earmarked for other recovery projects. The reallocation affects how fast other CDBG-DR activities launch.
Silver Cab granted 5 operating licenses for taxicab service
Grants Silver Cab Company authority to operate taxis in Birmingham. Citizens may see more taxicab options on the road.
Mayor authorized to pursue federal gun-violence grant
City seeks U.S. Department of Justice funding for gang and gun-crime reduction efforts. Grant award could expand public safety resources in Birmingham neighborhoods.
City commits $1.3M HUD funds to Princeton Village for 96 housing units
Birmingham is investing federal housing funds to create up to 96 affordable homes through Princeton Village LTD, expanding the city's affordable housing stock.
City grants 6 taxicab licenses to King Cab Company
King Cab Company gains approval to operate up to 6 additional taxicabs in Birmingham, expanding transportation options for residents and commuters.
WITHDRAWN CONSENT ITEM 13. A Resolution granting Five (5) Certificates of Public Necessity and Convenience ("CPNC's") to Silver Cab Company, Inc., to operate a taxicab service in the City of Birmingham. (Recommended by t
City takes control of Finley Boulevard from state
Birmingham gains responsibility for maintaining Finley Boulevard between US-78 and US-31, shifting a major street's upkeep from the state to the city budget.
Love Your Block Program declared public purpose
City affirms volunteer beautification program serves public benefit, clearing path for continued city funding alongside grants. Enables ongoing neighborhood improvements citywide.
City hires consultant for $86.5K HUD 5-year housing plan
Birmingham must file a federally required 5-year housing strategy with HUD; this contract pays for outside expertise to prepare it. Plan shapes future affordable-housing priorities and federal funding eligibility.
City backs DOT Transportation Summit, Feb. 6, 2015
Birmingham hosts a federal small-business transportation summit, positioning the city to attract federal grant opportunities and connect local businesses with DOT resources.
Village Creek Greenway Phase approved with state grant
City moves forward with state-funded greenway project to expand trails and outdoor recreation access along Village Creek.
City seeks $3.71M federal loan guarantee for community development
Federal funding could support housing, infrastructure, or economic development projects across the city. The loan guarantee allows Birmingham to borrow at favorable rates for community priorities.
Mayor approved to sign state transportation construction agreement
State funds road or transit construction projects in Birmingham; exact locations and scope unclear from limited title.
Corridor X highway project: Mayor signs state construction agreement
State funding will complete final resurfacing on Corridor X from US-78 to I-65. This major regional route serves residents, workers, and freight traffic daily.
City hires GCR Inc. for disaster recovery grant writing; $179K from federal CDBG
Disaster recovery grant writing could unlock millions in federal aid for Birmingham's resilience projects. This sole-source contract commits $179K in existing CDBG disaster recovery funds to help the city compete for larger federal grants.
City awards $60K CDBG disaster grant to JFM for financial planning
Federal disaster recovery funds will support development of a financial framework plan to strengthen community resilience in Birmingham. Project delivery timeline and specific beneficiary neighborhoods not yet detailed.
City redirects $190K in federal disaster recovery funds to planning
CDBG-DR grants help Birmingham rebuild after disasters. This shifts $190,000 from planning work to administration, affecting how recovery projects get funded and managed. $87,359 also moves to administrative costs.
City amends disaster-recovery spending plan; adds $277K for planning & admin
Shifts federal disaster-recovery funding to accelerate community planning and project management following natural disaster. Speeds up rebuilding and recovery efforts in affected neighborhoods.