Huntsville, Alabama - File #: 2026-223

• File #: 2026-223
• Type: New Business for Introduction
• Status: Unfinished Business
• File created: 2/11/2026
• In control: City Council Regular Meeting
• On agenda: 2/26/2026
• Title: Introduction of an Ordinance amending Chapter 2, Article IV, Division 1 of Ordinance 96-864 to add Section 2-160, thereby establishing a formal vendor gratuity policy to provide clear guidance for the authorization and disbursement of gratuity payments related to the provision of goods and/or services. Ordinance No.
• Sponsors: Finance

Date	Action By	Action	Result
2/26/2026	City Council Regular Meeting	introduced

Department:  Finance

Subject:                                                                                                                                                Type of Action:   Introduction                 

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Introduction of an Ordinance amending Chapter 2, Article IV, Division 1 of Ordinance 96-864 to add Section 2-160, thereby establishing a formal vendor gratuity policy to provide clear guidance for the authorization and disbursement of gratuity payments related to the provision of goods and/or services.

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District:  District 1  ☐    District 2  ☐     District 3  ☐     District 4  ☐    District 5  ☐

Additional Comments:  

The current financial policy provides no guidance on the disbursement of gratuity payments other than those related to meals during business or training travel. This policy establishes direction for issuing gratuities associated with City-sponsored and department-hosted events. It is intended to promote ethical, transparent, and equitable procurement practices while ensuring responsible use of public funds.