04/17/02

The Homewood City Council last week approved paying $140,000 to eight nonprofit agencies and organizations that provide services to city residents.

The money is part of the city's 2001-02 budget, but the council had to approve the contracts before making payments.

Councilman Allan Trippe said the city isn't making donations to the organizations. "These are all fee-for-service contracts," he said.

The contracts expire with the fiscal year on Sept. 30. They are:

The Exceptional Foundation $75,000 for recreational and social activities for people with physical and mental disabilities that inhibit participation in mainstream activities.

Birmingham Museum of Art $15,000 to conduct art tours and education programs for Homewood students, teachers and residents.

Alabama Symphonic Association $15,000 for music appreciation programs for students.

Birmingham Music Club $10,000 to perform in-school concerts for Homewood students.

Alcohol and Drug Abuse Council $10,000 to provide counseling for Homewood residents, primarily those who are unemployed or who do not have insurance coverage.

Jefferson-Blount-St. Clair Mental Health/Mental Retardation Authority $6,000 for psychological services for Homewood residents without insurance coverage.

The Assistance League of Birmingham $5,000 to provide school clothing and hygiene items to elementary and middle school students.

Children's Dance Foundation $4,000 for a dance outreach program for Homewood residents.

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