Grants & Federal Funding

City accepts $3K grant from Home Depot Foundation

Free funding for community affairs—no tax dollars or local match required. Amount is small but establishes a partnership for future grants.

City accepts $1.1M FEMA grant for safe room at Smithfield Estates Park

Smithfield Estates Park will get a federally funded community safe room — a shelter designed to protect residents during severe storms and hazards. The city contributes 25% ($383K) in matching funds.

City accepts $1M FEMA grant for safe room at South Hampton Elementary

South Hampton Elementary gets a federally funded safe room for student and staff protection during severe weather and emergencies. City covers the remaining 25% of project costs.

City accepts $141K FEMA grant for South Sherman Heights safe room

Federal funding builds a community safe room at South Sherman Heights Park for residents to shelter during hazardous weather. No local tax dollars required.

City accepts $655K FEMA grant for Pratt City Park safe room

Federal funds will build a community safe room in Pratt City Park to protect residents during severe weather and emergencies. The city covers the remaining 25% cost.

City commits $399,670 to Metro Changers for 172 housing rehabs

Funding boost enables 172 additional home rehabilitation projects in Birmingham through CDBG partnership. Improves housing stock and supports neighborhood stability citywide.

City accepts state highway construction agreement (STPBH)

Birmingham enters into a construction agreement with the Alabama Department of Transportation for a state-funded highway project. The specific location and scope are not detailed in available materials.

City executes federal transportation construction agreement

City will execute a construction agreement with Alabama Department of Transportation for a federally-funded transportation project. Project details and direct impact on residents are not specified in available materials.

$670K HUD grant commits to 56 affordable units in Woodlawn

The city is dedicating federal housing funds to create up to 56 affordable homes in Woodlawn through the Woodlawn Foundation. This expands options for low-income renters and homebuyers in a historically disinvested neighborhood.

City partners with ALDOT to install 5 highway guide signs

Improves wayfinding and safety on state highways serving Birmingham residents and visitors. Project involves fabrication and installation of directional signage at key mainline and ramp locations.

City secures federal bulletproof vest grant

Matching grant from the U.S. Department of Justice covers vests for Birmingham police officers at no cost to the city budget.

City releases easement rights to U.S. Steel

The city is giving up easement rights it previously held on U.S. Steel property, likely clearing the way for the company's development or operational plans. No dollar amount is involved, but the decision affects the city's leverage over land use at the site.

City grants 6 new taxi licenses to Transportation General

Increases taxi supply in Birmingham by 6 vehicles. Expands service availability for residents and visitors needing ride options.

State DOT grant: Project STPBH-9802(88) design agreement

City executes design agreement with Alabama Department of Transportation for state-funded transportation project. Details on project location and scope are incomplete in the agenda.

City accepts state grant for Village Creek project planning

City secures state transportation funding to develop plans for the Village Creek area. Project details and neighborhood impact will emerge as planning proceeds.

City accepts $10K grant from National Recreation & Parks Association for Sprite

Birmingham receives $10,000 in funding for youth recreation and wellness activities through the Sprite Sparks Program, a national initiative supporting community parks and youth engagement.

State grant funds planning for road project STPAA-0119(505)

City secures state transportation funding to develop plans for a street widening and improvement project. Details on location and scope are unclear from the title.

Mayor authorized to enter transportation grant agreement with Alabama DOT

City secures state funding for planning and design of road improvements on Project NH-0075(5226). Specifics on location, scope, and timeline not provided in the agenda item.

CONSENT ITEM 41. A Resolution determining that the Grantsmanship Writing Workshop scheduled for October 8-12, 2012 at the IMS Building serves a public purpose that promotes community relations and goodwill and serves a public interest, and authorizing th

Club Asia liquor license revocation hearing set

Public hearing to decide whether Ahmed Mir Shahzed's Club Asia at 1709 1st Avenue North loses its liquor license. Outcome determines if the business can continue operating.