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 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 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.

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.

$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.

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.

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 $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

Show cause hearing: Club Asia business license revocation

Council will hold a public hearing to decide whether to revoke the business license for Club Asia at 1709 1st Avenue North. The outcome determines if the venue can continue operating.

State grant green-lights pavement rehab project IM-I459

City secures state funding to improve road conditions; project details (location, timeline, scope) to be determined as planning phase advances.

Mayor authorized to enter traffic maintenance agreement with State of Alabama

City enters partnership with Alabama Department of Transportation to coordinate road maintenance and traffic planning. Clarifies which agency maintains which roads and how they coordinate repairs and upgrades.

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.

City secures $10M federal TIGER grant from DOT

Birmingham lands major federal funding for infrastructure or transportation projects. Grants this size can fund major initiatives without tapping local tax revenue or borrowing.