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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 5796 items in last 165 months
Total dollars $1254.4M where disclosed
Notice: Hatched months are still being indexed (62.3% 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 27, 2019 · Item number:Item #7 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

2206 Bar & Lounge applies for retail liquor license in Ensley

Council considers retail liquor permit for new lounge at 2206 31st Street in Ensley. Public hearing will determine whether license is approved.

Counterparty: 2206 Bar & Lounge LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Liquor license Location: 2206 - 31st Street Ensley, Birmingham
August 27, 2019 · Item number:Item #32 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Settlement approved: McGee v. City lawsuit resolved

City Attorney authorized to settle longstanding lawsuit filed in 2016. Settlement terms and amount not disclosed in agenda.

Counterparty: Jarius McGee Funding source: Unknown Action type: Settlement
August 27, 2019 · Item number:Item #31 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City settles ladder-fall injury claim from 2018

City taxpayers fund settlements for injuries involving city property or operations. Without a stated dollar amount in the public record, the exact cost to residents is unclear—these settlement terms should be disclosed.

Counterparty: Claimant Funding source: General Fund Action type: Settlement
August 27, 2019 · Item number:Item #40 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City demolishes unsafe structure at 1148 Jersey Street

Building declared a public nuisance and safety hazard; demolition removes blight and addresses neighborhood conditions.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Demolition Location: 1148 Jersey Street, Birmingham
August 27, 2019 · 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 20, 2019 · Item number:Item #42 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $20K

City pays $20K to Motion Industries for hydraulic parts

Equipment maintenance keeps city vehicles and machinery operational for public services. This sole-source purchase funds routine repairs through a multi-vendor state contract.

Counterparty: Motion Industries Inc., Birmingham Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
August 20, 2019 · Item number:Item #25 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Council orders demolition of unsafe building at 23-4th Avenue South

Blighted property removal clears hazardous structure; addresses neighborhood decay and public safety concerns.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Demolition Location: 23 - 4th Avenue South, Birmingham
August 20, 2019 · Item number:Item #26 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Council clears way to demolish unsafe building at 421 Center Street South

City declares the structure a public nuisance and safety hazard; demolition order removes a blight risk from downtown.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Demolition Location: 421 Center Street South, Birmingham
August 20, 2019 · Item number:Item #29 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City orders demolition of unsafe building at 1232 Richmond Street, Wylam

Unsafe structure declared a public nuisance and will be torn down. Removes blight and hazard from Wylam neighborhood.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Demolition Location: 1232 Richmond Street
August 20, 2019 · Item number:Item #30 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Unsafe building at 4814 5th Avenue (Wylam) ordered demolished

City declares the structure unsafe and a public nuisance, clearing the way for demolition to improve neighborhood safety and remove blight in Wylam.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Demolition Location: 4814 - 5th Avenue Wylam, Birmingham
August 20, 2019 · Item number:Item #32 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Unsafe building at 4201 48th Ave N ordered demolished

City is tearing down a condemned structure that has been deemed unsafe and a public nuisance. Removes blight and hazard from the neighborhood.

Funding source: General Fund Action type: Demolition Location: 4201 - 48th Avenue North, Birmingham
August 20, 2019 · Item number:Item #33 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City orders demolition of unsafe building at 1407 43rd Street

Building ruled unsafe and a public nuisance will be demolished. Removes blight from the neighborhood and reduces safety risk to residents and passersby.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Demolition Location: 1407 - 43rd Street Birmingham
August 20, 2019 · Item number:Item #35 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City orders demolition of unsafe building at 4438 42nd Place North

Unsafe building at 4438 42nd Place North will be demolished after council approval. Removes a public nuisance from the neighborhood.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Demolition Location: 4438 - 42nd Place North, Birmingham
August 20, 2019 · Item number:Item #38 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Ambulance stretcher maintenance contract renewed with ACS

City continues maintenance service for ambulance equipment used in emergency response. Keeps stretchers and fasteners in working order for patient transport.

Counterparty: Ambulance Cot Services (ACS), Sumter, South Carolina Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract amendment
August 13, 2019 · Item number:Item #50 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $3.6M

City awards $3.6M paving contract to Midsouth Paving for street resurfacing

City-wide street resurfacing project begins under competitive contract. Affects road conditions across Birmingham neighborhoods.

Counterparty: Midsouth Paving, Inc. Funding source: Capital Improvement Plan Action type: Contract award
August 13, 2019 · Item number:Item #42 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $7K

City funds $7,400 goods/services for Birmingham schools

City commits general funds to support students in the Birmingham school system through goods and services provided by the Board of Education.

Counterparty: The Birmingham Board of Education Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
August 13, 2019 · Item number:Item #45 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $1K

City pays $1,000 to United Community Centers for facility use

United Community Centers will provide facility space for a city program (specific purpose not detailed in agenda). This is routine vendor spending on consent.

Counterparty: United Community Centers Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
August 13, 2019 · Item number:Item #36 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $500

City spends $500 to support Red Ribbon Event on October 19

The city is using public funds for a community event at 2nd Street and Carline Avenue. Red Ribbon Events typically promote health and safety awareness in neighborhoods.

Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution Location: 2nd Street and Carline Avenue, Pratt
August 13, 2019 · Item number:Item #37 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $350

City hires DJ Forrest Hardy for $350

City will pay local disk jockey Forrest Hardy $350 for DJ services.

Counterparty: Forrest Hardy Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
August 13, 2019 · Item number:Item #40 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $300

City hires Oscar Wilson for DJ services, $300

City contracts with Oscar Wilson to provide disk jockey services. Low-dollar sole-source spend on routine vendor services.

Counterparty: Oscar Wilson Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
August 13, 2019 · Item number:Item #22 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Dance permit approved for Mega Sol at 400 Valley Avenue

El Sol Corporation receives City approval to operate a Division I dance venue at Mega Sol. Residents near 400 Valley Avenue may experience increased noise, traffic, and late-night activity from the establishment.

Counterparty: El Sol Corporation, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Other Location: 400 Valley Avenue, Birmingham
August 13, 2019 · Item number:Item #25 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City removes inoperable vehicle as public nuisance

Abatement of abandoned vehicles clears neighborhood blight and improves street safety. Removal costs are charged to the vehicle's registered owner.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Weed abatement
August 13, 2019 · Item number:Item #26 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Council removes inoperable vehicle as public nuisance

Abandoned or broken-down vehicles are removed from neighborhoods and costs charged to the registered owner. Keeps streets safer and cleaner.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
August 13, 2019 · Item number:Item #27 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Remove inoperable vehicle as public nuisance; costs charged to owner

City removes abandoned or disabled vehicle from neighborhood; removal costs billed to the vehicle's registered owner instead of taxpayers.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Weed abatement
August 13, 2019 · Item number:Item #29 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Inoperable vehicle removed as public nuisance; costs charged to owner

City removes abandoned or disabled vehicles that create safety and blight hazards in neighborhoods. Removal costs are recovered from the registered owner.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Weed abatement
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