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Hidden on consent

Items the AI flagged as high-public-interest — but council placed them on the consent agenda anyway.

Volume timeline

Hidden on consent — items per month

Indexed so far 2011 items in last 77 months
Total dollars $761.1M where disclosed
Notice: Hatched months are still being indexed (27.0% of agenda items processed so far).
20 10 0 2022-01-01: 8 items, $3.8M 2022-02-01: 9 items, $163,076 2022-03-01: 9 items, $31,938 2022-04-01: 9 items, $163,679 2022-05-01: 17 items, $6.6M 2022-06-01: 11 items, $9.1M 2022-07-01: 4 items, $4.0M 2022-08-01: 18 items, $23.1M 2022-09-01: 13 items, $1.5M 2022-10-01: 16 items, $2.4M 2022-11-01: 17 items, $11.3M 2022-12-01: 3 items, $10.0M 2023-01-01: 17 items, $73.5M 2023-02-01: 17 items, $9.4M 2023-03-01: 9 items, $57,564 2023-04-01: 18 items, $5.1M 2023-05-01: not indexed yet 2023-06-01: not indexed yet 2023-07-01: not indexed yet 2023-08-01: not indexed yet 2023-09-01: not indexed yet 2023-10-01: not indexed yet 2023-11-01: not indexed yet 2023-12-01: not indexed yet 2024-01-01: 12 items, $52.0M 2024-02-01: 14 items, $2.8M 2024-03-01: 1 items 2024-04-01: 8 items, $171,057 2024-05-01: 9 items, $7.6M 2024-06-01: 6 items, $29,581 2024-07-01: 20 items, $11.3M 2024-08-01: 5 items, $252,756 2024-09-01: 27 items, $29.0M 2024-10-01: 16 items, $9.7M 2024-11-01: 22 items, $14.5M 2024-12-01: 14 items, $24.1M 2025-01-01: 16 items, $5.9M 2025-02-01: 15 items, $6.8M 2025-03-01: 22 items, $3.5M 2025-04-01: 19 items, $18.8M 2025-05-01: 9 items, $3.3M 2025-06-01: 17 items, $13.5M 2025-07-01: 23 items, $15.6M 2025-08-01: 18 items, $9.3M 2025-09-01: 23 items, $1.1M 2025-10-01: 75 items, $11.1M 2025-11-01: 29 items, $702,729 2025-12-01: 72 items, $4.3M 2026-01-01: 9 items, $4.7M 2026-02-01: 9 items, $4.6M 2026-03-01: 40 items, $9.8M 2026-04-01: 45 items, $49,515 2026-05-01: 74 items, $40.1M 2026-06-01: not indexed yet 2026-07-01: not indexed yet 2026-08-01: not indexed yet 2026-09-01: not indexed yet 2026-10-01: not indexed yet 2026-11-01: not indexed yet 2026-12-01: not indexed yet 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026
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August 18, 2020 · Item number:Item #11 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City removes inoperable vehicle as public nuisance

Abandoned vehicles are cleared from neighborhoods and the owner is billed for removal costs, reducing blight and improving street safety.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Weed abatement
August 18, 2020 · Item number:Item #12 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Remove inoperable vehicle declared public nuisance

City removes abandoned or inoperable cars that create neighborhood blight and safety hazards; removal costs charged to the vehicle owner.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Other
August 11, 2020 · Item number:Item #44 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $60K

Council spends $60K on Komatsu equipment parts via Sourcewell

Equipment Management Department buys maintenance parts for city machinery through a pre-negotiated state contract, keeping public equipment operational.

Counterparty: Tractor and Equipment Company, Birmingham Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
August 11, 2020 · Item number:Item #37 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $24K

City pays $23,578 for fire truck repair to Brindlee Mountain Fire Apparatus

Equipment Management authorizes sole-source spending on repairs to a damaged fire department vehicle. Citizens see who received public funds and for what.

Counterparty: Brindlee Mountain Fire Apparatus LLC Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
August 11, 2020 · Item number:Item #39 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $17K

Council approves $17,312 for mosquito control software and hardware

Public Works upgrades computer systems for mosquito control operations, improving vector management efficiency for residents.

Counterparty: Frontier Precision Inc., Bismarck, North Dakota Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
August 11, 2020 · Item number:Item #34 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Fire Department renews uniform contract with Municipal & Commercial

Ensures firefighters have reliable access to uniforms. Vendor selected through competitive bidding at existing unit prices.

Counterparty: Municipal & Commercial Uniform, Birmingham Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
August 11, 2020 · Item number:Item #11 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Remove inoperable vehicle declared public nuisance

City removes abandoned or inoperable cars that create neighborhood blight and safety hazards; removal costs charged to the vehicle owner.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Other
August 11, 2020 · Item number:Item #15 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City accepts Edward Byrne Justice Grant from U.S. DOJ

Federal law-enforcement funding supports Birmingham police and criminal-justice operations. Grant amount and specific use of funds not disclosed in agenda.

Counterparty: United States Department of Justice Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Resolution
August 11, 2020 · Item number:Item #13 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City removes inoperable vehicle as public nuisance; owner pays costs

Abandoned cars clutter neighborhoods and attract crime. The city removes the vehicle and bills the registered owner to recover costs.

Funding source: General Fund Action type: Weed abatement
August 11, 2020 · Item number:Item #33 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Fire Department uniform supplier contract renewed with Galls, LLC

Galls, LLC. continues providing uniforms for Birmingham firefighters under a one-year renewal. Citizens benefit from reliable equipment sourcing for public safety personnel.

Counterparty: Galls, LLC. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract amendment
August 11, 2020 · Item number:Item #14 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City accepts AmeriCorps VISTA federal grant for community service

Birmingham residents gain access to federally funded AmeriCorps volunteers who provide direct community service. The grant brings national service corps resources to local nonprofits and programs at no local cost.

Counterparty: Corporation for National and Community Services (CNCS) Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Resolution
August 11, 2020 · Item number:Item #32 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Fire Department uniform bid renewed with Elaborate Images

Ensures firefighters have consistent access to uniforms and gear. Renewal continues competitive pricing through the Purchasing Agent.

Counterparty: Elaborate Images, Shelbyville, Tennessee Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
August 4, 2020 · Item number:Item #42 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $49K

Fire Department gets 100 iPads via $49.5K DHS grant

Federal grant funds tablets for firefighters and rescue teams, no local tax dollars required. Improves emergency response coordination at no city cost.

Counterparty: Department of Homeland Security Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Resolution
August 4, 2020 · Item number:Item #18 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City accepts 10,000 disposable masks from UniFirst Corporation

Free donation adds to the city's emergency supply stockpile at no cost to taxpayers.

Counterparty: UniFirst Corporation Funding source: Private Action type: Resolution
August 4, 2020 · Item number:Item #35 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City renews emergency vehicle parts contract with Williams Fire Apparatus

Fire department can continue purchasing critical vehicle maintenance parts at set prices. Ensures emergency response fleet stays roadworthy and available.

Counterparty: Williams Fire Apparatus, Ashland, Alabama Funding source: Unknown Action type: Bid rejection
August 4, 2020 · Item number:Item #30 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City renews ambulance stretcher maintenance contract with ACS

Keeps ambulance equipment serviced and ready for emergency response. Stretcher fasteners need regular maintenance to ensure patient safety during transport.

Counterparty: Ambulance Cot Services (ACS), Sumter, South Carolina Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
August 4, 2020 · Item number:Item #33 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City awards push-to-talk radio contract to Southern Communications

Police and emergency services will use Southern Communications' radio equipment and service for dispatch and field communications. The contract locks in unit pricing for ongoing operational needs.

Counterparty: Southern Communications, Inc., Atlanta, Georgia Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
August 4, 2020 · Item number:Item #28 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Fire Department renews medical oxygen supply contract with Airgas USA

Ensures uninterrupted supply of medical-grade oxygen for emergency response and patient care. One-year renewal at existing unit prices.

Counterparty: Airgas USA, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract amendment
July 28, 2020 · Item number:Item #61 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $371K

Police headquarters elevator repair awarded to Sherrod Construction for $371K

Building maintenance keeps police operations running smoothly. This elevator replacement ensures HQ accessibility for staff and public.

Counterparty: Sherrod Construction Company, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
July 28, 2020 · Item number:Item #72 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $28K

City hires Message Point Media for social media and videography ($27,988)

Birmingham spends $27,988 on social media strategies, community engagement, and video content. This sole-source contract shapes how the city communicates with residents online.

Counterparty: Message Point Media of Alabama, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
July 28, 2020 · Item number:Item #69 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $13K

Council hires BGrace Media for social media, videography at $12,578

City spending $12,578 on social media strategy and video services from single vendor. Contract goes to sole-source provider with no competitive bidding process.

Counterparty: BGrace Media, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
July 28, 2020 · Item number:Item #12 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Remove inoperable vehicle declared public nuisance

City removes abandoned or inoperable cars that create neighborhood blight and safety hazards; removal costs charged to the vehicle owner.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Other
July 28, 2020 · Item number:Item #46 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City orders demolition of unsafe building at 8032 4th Avenue North

Building declared unsafe and a public nuisance; city will proceed with demolition to remove blight and address safety hazard in the neighborhood.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Demolition Location: 8032 - 4th Avenue North, Birmingham
July 28, 2020 · Item number:Item #42 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City orders demolition of unsafe building at 1313 19th Place S.W.

Property declared unsafe and public nuisance; demolition will proceed. Removes blight hazard from neighborhood.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Demolition Location: 1313 - 19th Place S.W., Birmingham
July 28, 2020 · Item number:Item #41 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Council orders demolition of unsafe building at 3211 Avenue C

Unsafe structure declared a public nuisance and slated for removal. Demolition clears blight and hazards from the neighborhood.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Demolition Location: 3211 Avenue C, Birmingham
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