Ala. Code § 45-8A-112.15: Civil Service Board - Compensation and Expenses.

The compensation and all other expenses of the board arising under this part shall be paid from funds of the city on the order of the board in the same manner as other city salaries and expenses are paid without the approval of the city governing body. The city governing body shall provide the board an office, which shall be suitably equipped and furnished for the needs of the board, and telephone service, postage, office supplies, and stationery.