Grants & funding in Alabama local government
What Alabama city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about grants & funding — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
186 Alabama meetings since 2024 covered grants & funding. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Alabama with the most grants & funding activity
- Mobile, AL (16)
- Fairhope, AL (14)
- Decatur, AL (12)
- Foley, AL (11)
- Lee County, AL (10)
- Powell, AL (9)
- La Fayette, AL (9)
- Dothan, AL (8)
- Eufaula, AL (8)
- Gulf Shores, AL (8)
- Opelika, AL (6)
- Hartselle, AL (6)
Latest matching meetings
City approves $1.8M contract for Headland Avenue Red Water Project
The Dothan City Commission will consider contracts for a $1.8 million street repair project, a $91,997 grant for emergency rescue teams, and a $30,555 agreement for drug task force overtime. The body will also approve payments for June invoices totaling over $20 million and reappoint members to advisory committees.
City Council to consider tax abatements and a special use permit for Verizon Wireless
The Opelika City Council will review several consent agenda items, including business licenses and tax exemptions. The body will also consider a special appropriation for a local alliance and a street closure request.
City Council to hear nuisance complaints and approve airport and road projects
The City Council will hold public hearings on property nuisances at two addresses and consider resolutions to approve airport drainage and pedestrian safety grants, as well as street department projects.
Council considers Community Development Block Grant requalification for Shelby Urban County
The Harpersville Town Council will meet on July 20, 2026. The agenda includes routine items such as approvals of the agenda, minutes, invoice report, and department reports. The council will consider Resolution 2026-07-20-01, which addresses the Community Development Block Grant Entitlement Program and requalification…
Covington County Commission to consider PowerSouth grant partnership
The Commission will meet to review accounts payable and payroll for June 2026. Members will consider the appointment of a Public Information Officer and a change to workforce classification. The body will also discuss a public-private partnership with PowerSouth for a grant application.
Hartselle City Council discusses zoning changes and various city resolutions
The City Council will consider several new ordinances regarding zoning and shipping containers. The meeting also includes discussions on traffic calming, funding requests, and potential contracts for dispatch and maintenance services.
Mobile City Council considers multiple rezoning requests and equipment purchases
The City Council will review several rezoning applications for properties on Spring Hill Avenue, Dauphin Island Parkway, and Moffett Road. The meeting also includes votes on various purchase orders for city departments and several grant applications.
Madison City Council discusses annexations, zoning, and America 250 project funding
The City Council will consider several property annexations and rezoning ordinances. The meeting also includes discussions on various donations for the America 250 Project and several departmental contract authorizations.
Auburn Arts Commission discusses various public art and park projects
The commission is reviewing updates on several ongoing initiatives, including the Peter Hazel fish statue and the OT/High Street underpass path. Members will also discuss potential mosaic projects and a $3,000 grant from AFTA/Carnegie.
Council to vote on extending moratoriums for certain businesses, accessory structures
The Eufaula City Council will consider several resolutions, including extending moratoriums on certain businesses and accessory structures (Resolution 42-2026). Also up for action are resolutions authorizing the mayor to execute documents for the 2026 CDBG Grant and committing local match funds. A resolution regarding…
Commission to finalize $34.8M Wiregrass Innovation Center contract
The City Commission will vote on finalizing the Wiregrass Innovation Center contract at $34.8 million, consider a $330,000 economic development deal for a butcher shop, and approve multiple grants including $1 million for a police drone program. Other items include traffic calming measures, liquor licenses, and…
Council considers $5.09 million loan for water pipeline replacement
The City Council will hold second readings for fiscal year 2027 sanitation, sewer, and water rates. The body is also considering a $5.09 million loan for a primary transmission pipeline and the dissolution of the Downtown Redevelopment Authority of Cullman.
Council to discuss beach and waterway area incentive programs
The Gulf Shores City Council holds a work session to discuss multiple items including targeted incentive programs for beach and waterway areas, a taxi franchise request, a fire boat bid award, a land exchange with Gulf State Park, an annexation request, a zoning text amendment, a port security grant application, and…
Council reviews commercial rezonings and a $250K streetscape contract
The Foley City Council will hold public hearings on multiple commercial rezoning requests, including properties owned by Harold Motter, Vulcan Inc., and the Magnolia Walk development. The council will also vote on second readings for zoning, building code, and traffic ordinance updates, alongside resolutions for new…
Council to vote on funding increase for Calhoun College Sports Complex
The Decatur City Council will consider several resolutions, including increasing funding for the Calhoun College Sports Complex and relocating a voting center. Other items include awarding contracts for pest control and an archaeological survey, approving software for planning and zoning, and making appointments to…
Council to vote on $600K HUD grant for automated permitting
The Mobile City Council will consider a $600,000 federal grant for automated permitting systems and a $350,000 FEMA grant for infrastructure resilience. The agenda also includes appeals for noise ordinance waivers, a conditional use permit denial, and several contracts for public safety and city services. Public…
City Council to consider funding for Medical Center Barbour
The Eufaula City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding a specific funding appropriation. The primary focus is the allocation of funds to the HCA for Medical Center Barbour.
Park Board to discuss budget and potential projects
The Richard and Frances Burke Park Advisory Board will meet to review minutes from March 23rd. Members will discuss budget creation, sidewalk placement, and the potential use of grant money for a guardrail.
Commission to vote on bridge grant application and hazard mitigation plan
The Lee County Commission will hold a regular meeting with public comment, presentations on the Health Department MOU and EMA AU Support, and a proclamation. The consent agenda includes meeting minutes, claims, and procurement card transactions, as well as openings on the East Alabama Health Care Authority and E-911…
City Council considers $375,000 for City Hall renovations
The City Council will vote on several infrastructure contracts, zoning changes, and grant agreements. Key items include funding for City Hall repairs and a new signal project at N Arkansas Ave and Reasoner Ave.
PDC discusses facade grant scoring matrix and grant update
The Powell Development Corporation will consider a facade grant update for 55 East Olentangy Street and a revised scoring matrix for future grants. The board also receives reports from the treasurer, city manager, economic development, and various committees.
Council to consider rezoning 504 6th St S. from B-1 to M-1
The Clanton City Council will approve the meeting agenda and June 8 minutes, then hold a public hearing on a zoning amendment that would change the property at 504 6th Street S. from a Central Business District (B-1) to a Light Industrial District (M-1). The council will also consider two annexation ordinances…
Council to consider resolution to move forward with new City Hall project
The Florence City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to rezone 1.81 acres at the southeast corner of Mall Road and Hough Road. The council will also vote on a resolution expressing intent to proceed with a new City Hall project and approve the FYE 2027 Gas and Water Budgets. The consent…
Council to vote on $1.12M FEMA grant for fire department
The Mobile City Council will consider several public hearings for property demolitions and securing structures, along with noise ordinance waivers for community events. They will vote on a $1.12 million FEMA grant for the fire department, approve a $515,000 vacuum sewer cleaner truck, and consider a rezoning request…
City Council to consider $100,870 five‑year Axon in‑car camera contract
The council will consider several appointments, including Bruce Kresslein to the Planning Commission and Fredrick Stull Jr. to the Zoning Board of Appeals. It will approve a $20,000 senior services grant, a $100,870 five‑year Axon in‑car camera contract for the police, and budget amendments affecting multiple funds…
Council to consider FY2026 streets resurfacing proposal
The council will discuss accepting a proposal from Civil Southeast, LLC for FY2026 streets resurfacing. They will also consider franchise requests from two personal trainers and a grant application for the America250 Alabama Initiative.
Council to vote on funding refreshments for CAL FIRE open house
The Greater Auburn Area Fire Safe Council will hear agency reports from local fire departments, CAL FIRE, Red Cross, and others. A guest speaker from the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety will discuss wildfire safety. The council will vote on donating funding for food and refreshments at the CAL FIRE NEU…
County Commission to vote on homeland security grant for courthouse scanner
The Barbour County Commission will consider resolutions and requests including a homeland security grant for a baggage scanner at the Clayton Courthouse, appointment of a safety coordinator, and lump sum payments to retirees. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, a pay register, and budget revisions.
Council to hold public hearing on rezoning east of Tacon Street
The Mobile City Council will hold a public hearing to consider rezoning property on Tacon Street from R-1 to B-3. The council will also vote on numerous contracts and purchase orders, including $515,174 for a vacuum sewer cleaner truck and a $1.1 million FEMA grant application. Additionally, several noise ordinance…
Downtown Authority to discuss potential street closure policy for Harrison and Simpson
The Lafayette Downtown Development Authority will hold its regularly scheduled meeting, including approval of May minutes and public input. The board will discuss a potential street closure policy for Harrison Avenue and Simpson Street, receive an update on the 2nd Fridays brand, and hear an overview of the Old Town…
Council to consider annexing two properties and fire department grants
The Clanton City Council will hold a public hearing on two annexation ordinances for properties at 1577 County Road 28 and 329 County Road 764. The council will also consider resolutions to apply for a SAFER grant and an Assistance to Firefighters Grant for the Clanton Fire Department, a park walkway grant through…
Council to consider annexation and zoning of 1.54 acres at 167 Brentwood Lane
The Council will hold a public hearing for a restaurant liquor license and consider first readings of ordinances including certificate of occupancy fees and computer/AI use policies. The consent agenda includes acceptance of grants and donations. Notable actions include authorizing a $1 million local match for a rail…
Powell Development Corporation to review facade grant for 55 E. Olentangy
The Powell Development Corporation will discuss a facade grant application for 55 E. Olentangy submitted by Vince Margello. The board will also consider a funding request for shirts from the Delaware Community Band.
City Council to vote on CDBG agreement and General Plan updates
The Fruit Heights City Council will vote on an interlocal agreement for Community Development Block Grant programs and approve General Plan updates. The meeting also includes a public hearing on the FY 2025-2026 budget and a discussion on pickleball courts.
Council approves $200,000 DOT grant for Safety Action Plan Project
The Orange Beach City Council will consider several ordinance amendments, approve two retail liquor license applications, and adopt multiple resolutions. Among the resolutions, the council will authorize a $200,000 grant agreement with the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Highway Administration for the…
Commission to approve 2026 CDBG Annual Action Plan projects
The Dothan City Commission will consider approving the 2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plan, entering into a $3,000 agreement with ALDOT for manhole resetting on West Main Street, accepting a sewer line easement with a cost share of up to $10,906, applying for a USTA grant for a new tennis…
Public hearing on rezoning 1016 Forrest Avenue
The council will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request for 1016 Forrest Avenue from Traditional Residential to Neighborhood Center District, which was continued from a previous meeting. They will also vote on a resolution appointing members to the Gadsden Commercial Development Authority and an ordinance…
Council to vote on three rezonings, including 15 acres near Bellemeade Street
The city council will hold public hearings and final votes on three rezoning ordinances: 15 acres west of Bellemeade Street from R-4 to R-2, 2.9 acres on Parker Road from AG-1 to R-1, and 1.2 acres at Corsbie and Dawson Streets from R-2 to R-4. Additionally, they will consider a resolution to apply for a FY2027…
Council to accept 2025 annual financial report and consider multiple contracts and grants
The Gulf Shores City Council will consider accepting the 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and annual capital funds transfer, adopting an amended employee handbook, and authorizing board appointments. Other actions include approving a contract for July 4th fireworks display with Pyro Shows and a proposal for…
Council to consider property exchange with health authority, body cameras, roundabout
The Opelika City Council will hold its regular meeting with several consent agenda items and one ordinance for first reading. Key decisions include authorizing a real property exchange and lease agreement with the East Alabama Health Care Authority, purchasing police body cameras for $44,765.40, and commencing…