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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 5832 items in last 166 months
Total dollars $1260.6M where disclosed
Notice: Hatched months are still being indexed (62.6% 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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May 28, 2019 · Item number:Item #29 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Inoperable vehicle removed as public nuisance; owner billed

City clears abandoned vehicles from neighborhoods. Removal costs are charged back to the registered owner.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Weed abatement
May 28, 2019 · Item number:Item #31 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Remove inoperable vehicle as public nuisance; charge owner

Clears abandoned vehicles from neighborhoods, reducing blight and safety hazards. Costs recover through assessment against registered owner.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Weed abatement
May 28, 2019 · Item number:Item #88 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Peace in the Parks crime reduction events approved at Legion Field

City backs summer crime reduction initiative at Legion Field running June 14 – August 9. Community safety program aims to reduce crime in parks through organized events.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: 400 Graymont Avenue West, Birmingham
May 28, 2019 · Item number:Item #33 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City removes inoperable vehicle as public nuisance; owner pays removal costs

Abandoned or broken-down vehicles clutter neighborhoods and reduce property values. This action removes one from the public right-of-way and holds the registered owner financially responsible for cleanup.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
May 28, 2019 · Item number:Item #34 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City removes inoperable vehicle as public nuisance

Abandoned cars pose safety and blight risks to neighborhoods. This removal clears a hazard and passes costs to the registered owner.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Other
May 28, 2019 · Item number:Item #30 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Remove inoperable vehicle; cost charged to owner

City removes abandoned cars cluttering neighborhoods and bills the registered owner for removal costs.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Weed abatement
May 28, 2019 · Item number:Item #32 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Remove inoperable vehicle; costs charged to owner

Clears abandoned vehicle from neighborhood property; removal costs billed to registered owner rather than taxpayers.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Weed abatement
May 28, 2019 · Item number:Item #25 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Inoperable vehicle declared public nuisance; removal costs billed to owner

City removes abandoned or disabled vehicles from streets and private property, charging the registered owner for cleanup. This keeps neighborhoods safer and reduces blight.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Weed abatement
May 28, 2019 · Item number:Item #42 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City approves 3-year EMS billing contract with EMS Management & Consultants

EMS will handle billing and fee collection for emergency services. This routine vendor contract affects how the city processes emergency medical service payments.

Counterparty: EMS Management & Consultants, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
May 28, 2019 · Item number:Item #46 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City settles Mark Williams lawsuit with Jeffrey Miller

Lawsuit settlement resolves claims against the city and a city official. Full settlement terms and dollar amount not disclosed in agenda.

Counterparty: Mark Williams Funding source: Unknown Action type: Settlement
May 28, 2019 · Item number:Item #49 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Police uniform contract renewed with Galls LLC

Police Department uniforms and gear sourced through sole-source renewal with a local vendor. No competitive bid process.

Counterparty: Galls LLC, Birmingham Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
May 28, 2019 · Item number:Item #40 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

St. Vincent's Physician Alliance agreement with Fire & Rescue

Fire and Rescue gains physician support for medical response services. Agreement details the terms of provider partnership.

Counterparty: St. Vincent's Physician Alliance, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
May 28, 2019 · Item number:Item #50 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Police uniform bid renewal: Gulf States Distributors

City renews supply contract for police uniforms and accessories. Ensures ongoing availability of department supplies under competitive pricing.

Counterparty: Gulf States Distributors, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
May 28, 2019 · Item number:Item #41 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

BPD pursues federal body-camera grant from U.S. Department of Justice

Police Department seeks funding to implement body-worn camera policies, which can improve transparency and accountability in officer conduct. Grant approval could equip officers and establish protocols for footage release and oversight.

Counterparty: U.S. Department of Justice Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Resolution
May 21, 2019 · Item number:Item #15 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $4.1M

City sets aside $4.1M federal grant for lead paint hazard abatement

Birmingham received a federal grant to address lead-based paint hazards in homes and buildings, a major health risk for children. This vote commits the $4.1M to the work.

Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Budget amendment
May 21, 2019 · Item number:Item #14 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $400K

City commits $400K to substance-abuse court expansion

Funds a year-one expansion of specialty court services for adults with addiction and mental-health issues. Diverts cases from jail toward treatment and recovery.

Counterparty: Municipal Court Funding source: Unknown Action type: Budget amendment
May 21, 2019 · Item number:Item #27 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $9K

City recovers $8,507 demolition cost from unsafe building at 2744 29th St W

City uses special assessment to recover the cost of tearing down an unsafe structure and pass the bill to the property owner—a tool for holding owners accountable when buildings threaten neighborhood safety.

Funding source: General Fund Action type: Demolition Location: 2744 - 29th Street West, Birmingham
May 21, 2019 · Item number:Item #35 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $6K

City charges property owner $6,444 for unsafe building demolition

Property owner at 4517 9th Terrace North will be assessed a special tax of $6,444.08 to cover the city's cost to demolish an unsafe structure on the site. Owners can face liens if unpaid.

Funding source: Special Tax Action type: Demolition Location: 4517 - 9th Terrace North, Birmingham
May 21, 2019 · Item number:Item #53 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $2K

Police commendation medals: $1,812 to Municipal and Commercial Uniforms

City buys ceremonial medals to recognize police officers at June 14 event. Routine vendor payment from general fund.

Counterparty: Municipal and Commercial Uniforms and Equipment, Birmingham Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
May 21, 2019 · Item number:Item #51 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $342

City funds siren maintenance for emergency alerts

Funds keep emergency warning sirens operational across the city. These sirens alert residents to severe weather, tornados, and other public safety emergencies.

Counterparty: Jefferson County Emergency Management Agency, Birmingham Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
May 21, 2019 · Item number:Item #12 · 💰 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
May 21, 2019 · Item number:Item #11 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City removes inoperable motor vehicle as public nuisance

Eliminates abandoned vehicle from neighborhood streets; removal costs billed to the registered owner.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Weed abatement
May 14, 2019 · Item number:Item #94 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $77K

Council approves $76,563 for police body-armor equipment

Police department purchases ballistic protective gear and accessories for officer safety. Procurement follows competitive buying standards through cooperative purchasing contract.

Counterparty: Galls, LLC, Birmingham Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
May 14, 2019 · Item number:Item #96 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $3K

Council approves $2,584 fire equipment repair payment to NAFECO

Routine maintenance of fire department equipment ensures emergency response readiness. This no-bid payment to North American Fire Equipment Company covers repairs and parts for firefighting gear.

Counterparty: North American Fire Equipment Company, Inc. (NAFECO) Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
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