City applies for state cybersecurity grant (FY23–25)
Pursuing state funding to upgrade the city's cybersecurity defenses and IT protections. Grant covers fiscal years 2023 through 2025.
Topic
Grants & Federal Funding
Agenda items
Grants & Federal Funding items
Mayor authorized to apply for federal bridge funding (FY23–26)
City seeks federal infrastructure grant for bridge planning and investment. Project could improve road safety and reduce commute delays once funded.
City accepts HUD grant for community development pathways program
Federal funding brings housing and community development resources to the city; details on grant size and neighborhoods served not disclosed in agenda.
Mayor authorized to apply for 2024 DOJ Edward Byrne grant
City seeks federal grant funding for law enforcement or criminal justice programs. Grant dollars reduce local tax burden for these services.
City grants operating permit to Inspirational Tours of Alabama
City authorizes a new tour operator to conduct business in Birmingham, including two certificates needed to legally operate charter bus and passenger services.
City awards CDBG, HOME, and emergency funds to Woodlawn Foundation
Woodlawn Foundation receives federal grants (CDBG, HOME, and American Rescue) to support community development projects. Dollar amount not specified in item description.
Operating permit approved for Cahaba Limousine Service
City grants Cahaba Limousine Service permission to operate limousine service. Permit allows the company to legally provide ground transportation services in the city.
Operating permit granted to Ervin's Transportation Cart at 813 Savannah Lane
Arthur Ervin is authorized to operate a transportation cart business from 813 Savannah Lane in Calera. The permit is required for public safety and regulatory compliance.
Operating permit: Burkes Enterprises low-speed vehicle service
Burkes Enterprises gains permission to operate a low-speed vehicle service in Center Point. The permit confirms the company meets public necessity and convenience standards.
Operating permit granted to Rawls Medical Carriage Transport
Medical transport provider authorized to operate in Birmingham. Permits like this regulate which services can serve residents and patients in the city.
Mayor authorized to apply for DOJ grant funding
City seeks federal Justice Assistance Grant to fund law enforcement and public safety programs. Grant amount and specific uses not specified in this authorization.
City applies for HUD eviction-prevention grant funds
Seeks federal funding to help renters and homeowners avoid eviction. Award amount unknown pending application review.
City grants temporary easement to ALDOT for construction
City allows state transportation officials temporary access to city land for road work or repairs. Limited to construction period only.
City releases $131K for Pratt Highway Bridge repairs
State grant funds will pay for rehabilitation work on Pratt Highway Bridge, improving safety and reducing future maintenance costs for commuters using this route.
Show cause hearing: CRU Lounge business license revocation
City plans to hold a public hearing to decide whether to revoke CRU Lounge's business license and cancel the council resolution that approved it. Outcome determines if the bar can continue operating at 2300 1st Avenue North.
Operating permit granted to Favoride taxi service
Favoride receives a license to operate as a taxi service in Birmingham. The permit allows the company to provide public transportation services in the area.
EZ Ride Shuttle Service gets permit to operate low-speed vehicles
Company authorized to operate low-speed shuttle service in Birmingham. Expands transportation options for residents.
City passes USDA grant to Market at Pepper Place
Market at Pepper Place will receive federal grant funding to support its operations. This pass-through agreement lets a community food vendor access USDA natural resources funding.
City pursues AmeriCorps VISTA continuation grant from federal program
Grant funds support national service volunteers working on community projects in Birmingham; specific funding amount and program details were not available in the agenda.
Mayor authorized to apply for DOJ grant funds
Empowers the Mayor to pursue federal Justice Department grants that could fund public safety, crime prevention, or victim services programs in the city.