City funds $1,200 Grantsmanship Training Workshop
Council approves $1,200 from general funds for a professional grants-writing training held November 17–21, 2014. Helps city staff improve success rates in securing grant funding.
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Grants & Federal Funding
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Grants & Federal Funding items
City Hall cafeteria contract awarded to Redeaux's Sandwich Shoppe
Redeaux's will operate the City Hall cafeteria under a new agreement that grants the vendor a license to use the space. The terms likely include rent/revenue sharing with the city.
City commits $60,000 in federal grant funding for CDBG-DR planning
Planning funds support recovery projects after disaster; this amendment lets the city tap HUD recovery grants for project design and community planning.
Woodlawn Library trash can: $600 sponsorship from neighborhood group
Council amends a 2014 decision to reallocate $600 from Woodlawn Neighborhood Association for a replacement metal trash can at Woodlawn Library.
City and Housing Authority pursue federal grant for Choice Neighborhoods
This partnership positions Birmingham to compete for federal funding to revitalize distressed neighborhoods through community-led planning. If awarded, the planning grant would lay groundwork for housing improvements and economic development in targeted areas.
Camelot Bus Charters: certificates reduced
Reduces the number of operating permits held by Camelot Bus Charters and Tours. Affects the company's ability to operate charter bus services in the Birmingham area.
City receives $7,000 state historic preservation grant
State funding boosts Birmingham's historic preservation work with no local budget hit—the city matches $1,750 in-kind resources to unlock $7,000 in grant money.
City hires Arcadis for $13,731 flood control grant consultant
City is spending consultant funds to strengthen a flood control grant application. Arcadis will revise the project proposal to improve chances of winning state or federal funding for local flood mitigation work.
Council approves $35K grant to Birmingham Architectural Foundation for youth bui
Funds community outreach and youth design education through the Architectural Foundation. Supports workforce development and urban design engagement in Birmingham neighborhoods.
Progress House Taxicab Service amended operating certificates
Modifies 2011 license for Progress House Taxicab Service to operate up to three cabs as public vehicles in Birmingham. This affects the company's ability to legally operate taxi service for residents.
City approves $27.5K Flock cameras contract extension
Schoel Consulting Engineers will prepare FEMA flood insurance documentation for Shades Creek area properties. This may affect insurance costs and flood-zone designations for affected residents.
IBM Smarter Cities Challenge Grant approved for June-July 2014 event
City receives sponsorship support for a public engagement event on smart-city technology. Grant covers food, drinks, and materials for participants over 8 weeks (June 3–July 25, 2014).
State grant funds wayfinding signs at Regions Field
Birmingham secures state funding to install 11 directional signs around Regions Field, improving visitor navigation to the ballpark at no local cost.
City backs Tiger Grant for I-20/59 relocation study
Council supports a state grant application to fund the first phase of planning a relocated I-20/59 downtown corridor — a potential long-term project to reshape the city's infrastructure and downtown footprint.
City seeks $500K state grant for new connector trail
New walking and biking path will link the Ruffner Connector Trail to the TIGER IV Trail, expanding recreational access across the city.
City commits $582.6K in disaster recovery funds to regional planning
Federal disaster recovery money supports planning and management work by the Regional Planning Commission. The funds help coordinate recovery efforts across the Birmingham region.
City enters federal grant agreement for Ruffner Mount transportation project
Federal funds will support transportation improvements at Ruffner Mount, enhancing local infrastructure and connectivity.
Council rescinds Airport Express taxi certificates
Airport Express Inc.'s 12-year taxi license at Birmingham airport is revoked. The company will no longer be authorized to operate airport shuttle service.
City funds Legal Services Alabama $100K for wealth-building program
Legal Services Alabama will use public funding to help low-income residents access legal services and build financial stability through the "Preserving the Wealth of our Community" program.
City extends grant agreement with JCCEO for economic opportunity programs
Allows remaining federal grant funds to continue supporting job training, education, and workforce development services in the community.