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.
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.
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 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.
Funds community outreach and youth design education through the Architectural Foundation. Supports workforce development and urban design engagement in Birmingham neighborhoods.
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.
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.
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).
Birmingham secures state funding to install 11 directional signs around Regions Field, improving visitor navigation to the ballpark at no local cost.
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.
New walking and biking path will link the Ruffner Connector Trail to the TIGER IV Trail, expanding recreational access across the city.
Federal disaster recovery money supports planning and management work by the Regional Planning Commission. The funds help coordinate recovery efforts across the Birmingham region.
Federal funds will support transportation improvements at Ruffner Mount, enhancing local infrastructure and connectivity.
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.
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.
Allows remaining federal grant funds to continue supporting job training, education, and workforce development services in the community.
State funding arrives for a transportation project to improve local infrastructure. The specific location and scope aren't detailed in this authorization, but the agreement enables the project to move forward.
Extends the company's permit to operate courtesy shuttles in the Birmingham area. The update allows continued service for riders needing affordable transportation alternatives.
IBM will visit City Hall on February 13, 2014, to discuss a potential smart-cities grant. City funds will cover the event's costs to help Birmingham explore technology partnerships that could improve public services.
Amends an existing 2011 decision granting taxi operating licenses to Prideline. The correction changes the number of certificates from 54 to 10, affecting the company's authorized fleet size for passenger service in Birmingham.