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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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August 28, 2018 · Item number:Item #30 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City declares 6231 2nd Ave South unsafe; structure to be demolished

A blighted building at 6231 2nd Avenue South will be removed after the city determined it is unsafe and a public nuisance. Demolition clears the property for potential reuse or stabilization of the neighborhood.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Demolition Location: 6231 - 2nd Avenue South, Birmingham
August 21, 2018 · Item number:Item #64 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $40K

Fire Department buys $40.2K Stryker medical equipment

Fire Department purchases two pieces of specialized medical transport equipment (stair lifts and stretchers) to improve emergency response capability and patient care.

Counterparty: Stryker Sales Corporation Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
August 21, 2018 · Item number:Item #61 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $13K

Council approves $13,250 engine purchase for rescue unit

Equipment Management replaces a diesel engine in a 2008 Ford F-450 rescue unit to keep emergency response capabilities operational.

Counterparty: Adamson Ford Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Appropriation
August 21, 2018 · Item number:Item #18 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $2K

City renews burglar/fire alarm monitoring with Johnson Controls, $1,935/year

City commits to 3-year security monitoring contract. Protects municipal buildings from theft and fire incidents.

Counterparty: Johnson Controls Security Solutions, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
August 21, 2018 · Item number:Item #16 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $2K

Johnson Controls Security: equipment & access control, $1,556

City commits $1,556 to Johnson Controls for 3-year equipment and access control services. Routine vendor payment on consent agenda.

Counterparty: Johnson Controls Security Solutions, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
August 21, 2018 · Item number:Item #17 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $1K

Video security contract with Johnson Controls, $1,140/year

City commits $3,420 over 3 years for video equipment and installation to strengthen building security. Sole-source procurement from Johnson Controls.

Counterparty: Johnson Controls Security Solutions, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
August 21, 2018 · Item number:Item #27 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $300

City hires DJ Oscar Wilson for $300 at Brown Springs Fun Day

City spending $300 for DJ and equipment at neighborhood association event in Brown Springs.

Counterparty: Oscar Wilson Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: Brown Springs
August 21, 2018 · Item number:Item #26 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $300

City hires DJ Lary Hayes for Sun Valley neighborhood event, $300

Local DJ contracted to provide music and equipment for Sun Valley Neighborhood Association community gathering.

Counterparty: Lary Hayes Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: Sun Valley Neighborhood Association
August 21, 2018 · Item number:Item #28 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $300

City hires DJ Oscar Wilson for $300 at Industrial Center Fun Day

City spending on neighborhood community events. The Industrial Center Neighborhood Association gets DJ and sound equipment for their fun day.

Counterparty: Oscar Wilson Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
August 21, 2018 · Item number:Item #34 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City clears blighted building at 5625 Sugar Ray Drive for demolition

An unsafe structure declared a public nuisance will be demolished, removing a blight hazard from the neighborhood and improving street safety.

Funding source: General Fund Action type: Demolition Location: 5625 Sugar Ray Drive, Birmingham
August 21, 2018 · Item number:Item #37 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Unsafe building at 3022 Avenue H ordered demolished

City declares the structure unsafe and a public nuisance, ordering its demolition to remove a blight hazard from the neighborhood.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Demolition Location: 3022 Avenue H, Birmingham
August 21, 2018 · Item number:Item #55 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City awards medical waste disposal contract to West Med Disposal

City health and safety operations depend on reliable medical waste handling. This contract ensures proper disposal of hazardous materials from city facilities.

Counterparty: West Med Disposal Inc., Woodstock, Alabama Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
August 21, 2018 · Item number:Item #62 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Fire Department: 1-year medical supply contract with Arrow International

Commits city funds to medical supplies for firefighters and emergency response. Contract covers various supplies at unit prices set by the Purchasing Agent.

Counterparty: Arrow International, Inc., Charlotte, North Carolina Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
August 21, 2018 · Item number:Item #58 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City awards contract to Swarco Industries for traffic control reflectors

Ensures steady supply of reflective glass spheres for highway maintenance and road safety upkeep across city infrastructure.

Counterparty: Swarco Industries, LLC, Columbia, Tennessee Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
August 14, 2018 · Item number:Item #41 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $348K

City accepts $347,921 federal justice grant from DOJ

Birmingham receives federal funding for criminal justice programs and operations. Grant supports public safety initiatives without local tax dollars.

Counterparty: United States Department of Justice Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Ordinance
August 14, 2018 · Item number:Item #29 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $102K

City spends $102K on body armor for police

Police officers receive full-coverage body armor through a competitive state contract. Purchase protects officer safety during field operations.

Counterparty: Galls, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
August 14, 2018 · Item number:Item #30 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $79K

Fire Department LifePak 15 equipment: $78,960 purchase

Fire Department upgrades defibrillator equipment with 4-year service warranty included, supporting emergency response capability across the city.

Counterparty: Physio-Control, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
August 14, 2018 · Item number:Item #22 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $10K

City contracts All Events for $9,720 event production services

City is spending $9,720 on stage, audio, lighting, video, and temporary fencing for an event. This is a routine vendor payment on consent agenda.

Counterparty: All Events Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
August 14, 2018 · Item number:Item #23 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $300

City hires DJ Lary Hayes for Oak Ridge neighborhood event, $300

Local DJ performs at community gathering in Oak Ridge neighborhood. Small entertainment contract supports neighborhood engagement.

Counterparty: Lary Hayes Funding source: Sponsorship Action type: Resolution Location: Oak Ridge
August 14, 2018 · Item number:Item #26 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Fire Department awards uniform contract to Elaborate Images

City purchases firefighter uniforms on a competitive basis for the next year. Routine operational spending ensures equipment availability for emergency response.

Counterparty: Elaborate Images, Shelbyville, Tennessee Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
August 14, 2018 · Item number:Item #14 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Bon Appetit Management approved for special retail liquor license

Bon Appetit at 900 Arkadelphia Road gains approval to sell alcohol on-premises. The license allows beer, wine, and/or spirits to be served with food and beverages.

Counterparty: Bon Appetit Management Company Funding source: Unknown Action type: Liquor license Location: 900 Arkadelphia Road, Birmingham
August 14, 2018 · Item number:Item #20 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City extends PMWeb project-management software license

City departments will continue using PMWeb for budget tracking and project oversight. Exact cost not disclosed in agenda.

Counterparty: PMWeb, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
August 14, 2018 · Item number:Item #28 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Council awards Fire Department uniform contract to Municipal and Commercial Unif

Council approved uniform vendor for firefighter gear (multiple categories). Routine procurement on competitive bid; no direct cost impact disclosed.

Counterparty: Municipal and Commercial Uniform Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
August 14, 2018 · Item number:Item #27 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Fire Department awards 1-year uniform contract to Galls LLC

Council approves bid for Fire Department uniforms (groups 7, 11, 13) at negotiated unit prices. Supports operational readiness of the fire service.

Counterparty: Galls LLC., Birmingham Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
August 7, 2018 · Item number:Item #59 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $738K

Fire department gets $738K federal grant for staffing

Federal SAFER grant funds 2016 staffing levels to maintain adequate emergency response capacity. Helps sustain firefighter positions.

Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Budget amendment
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