Grants & Federal Funding

Supplemental agreement with Alabama DOT for CMAQ-3715 project

City secures continued state funding for a congestion-mitigation air-quality project. Agreement details will clarify project scope, timeline, and local impact.

City accepts federal grant for reentry programs

Birmingham is accepting a U.S. Department of Justice grant to expand prisoner reentry services, helping people leaving jail reintegrate into the community and reduce repeat offenses.

City accepts $700K federal grant from Department of Justice

Birmingham secures $700,000 in federal funding from the DOJ to support public safety or criminal justice initiatives, reducing pressure on the city budget for these programs.

City withdraws legal request authorized by Resolution 2034-19

The City Attorney withdraws a previously authorized legal action or claim. This reversal ends a pursuit that Council had formally approved, though the specific claim or request details are not disclosed in this summary.

ITEM 17. A Resolution rescinding the authority granted by Resolution No. 2034-19 and authorizing the City Attorney to withdraw the request previously authorized by Resolution No. 2034-19.

Mayor authorized to execute state highway project agreement

City and Alabama Department of Transportation formalize partnership on interstate project IM-I022(315). Details on scope and benefits unavailable.

Council approves federal DOJ grant amendment for community development

City is amending a prior grant agreement to accept additional federal funding from the U.S. Department of Justice for community and economic development purposes.

Mayor authorized to apply for DOJ grant through ADECA

City seeks federal funding through the U.S. Department of Justice; specific grant amount and program details were not included in the agenda item.

City accepts $276K federal civil rights grant from DOJ

Federal funding supports civil rights enforcement and justice programs in Birmingham. The grant requires no local match and comes with no additional tax burden on residents.

City authorizes I-10 Mobile River Bridge and Bayway agreement with ALDOT

City formally enters partnership with Alabama Department of Transportation on major I-10 bridge and bayway project that will affect regional traffic and commerce through Mobile.

Mayor authorized to execute state grant for transportation project IMF-STPAAF-I0

City unlocks state Department of Transportation funding for infrastructure improvement. Project details and neighborhood impact unknown from available information.

City accepts DHS flood insurance grant funds

Federal money to reduce flood risk and insurance costs for Birmingham residents. Grant funds support flood mitigation projects and community resilience efforts.

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 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 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.

City accepts federal flood insurance grant from DHS

Birmingham will receive federal funding to support flood insurance and disaster preparedness under the National Flood Insurance Act. This money helps protect residents and property from flooding risks.

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.