Grants & Federal Funding

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.

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 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WITHDRAWN CONSENT ITEM 13.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.

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.

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 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.

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 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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.