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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 5841 items in last 166 months
Total dollars $1262.9M where disclosed
Notice: Hatched months are still being indexed (62.9% 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 8, 2018 · Item number:Item #53 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $122

City extends Tyco security access contract; $122.50/year

City renews its access control system agreement with Tyco for up to 3 years. Routine facility security maintenance.

Counterparty: Tyco Integrated Security, LLC Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award Location: Irondale, Alabama
May 8, 2018 · Item number:Item #54 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $122

Tyco access-control reactivation, $122.50/year for 3 years

City renews sole-source contract with Tyco Integrated Security to maintain access control systems at municipal facilities.

Counterparty: Tyco Integrated Security, LLC, Irondale, Alabama Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
May 8, 2018 · Item number:Item #55 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $122

Tyco access-control contract: $122.50/year, 3-year renewal

Access-control system reactivation at city facility; minimal annual cost but sole-source procurement should remain publicly transparent.

Counterparty: Tyco Integrated Security, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
May 8, 2018 · Item number:Item #48 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Remove inoperable motor vehicle listed as public nuisance

City will remove an abandoned or broken-down vehicle and bill the owner for removal costs, clearing a neighborhood eyesore and potential safety hazard.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Weed abatement
May 8, 2018 · Item number:Item #32 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City assesses property owners for weed abatement costs

Property owners will receive bills to cover the city's cost of clearing noxious weeds from their land. The assessment amount depends on each parcel's size and abatement work performed.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Weed abatement
May 8, 2018 · Item number:Item #47 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City removes inoperable vehicle as public nuisance

Abandoned or broken-down vehicles create safety hazards and drag down neighborhood conditions. Removal costs get billed to the registered owner.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Weed abatement
May 1, 2018 · Item number:Item #88 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $94K

City commits $93,775 for mosquito control equipment

Birmingham is purchasing specialized mosquito control equipment for Public Works on a one-year contract. The sole-source purchase from Clarke Mosquito Control Products ensures the city can maintain mosquito management operations.

Counterparty: Clarke Mosquito Control Products Inc., Saint Charles, Illinois Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
May 1, 2018 · Item number:Item #29 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $24K

Police vehicle budget increased by $23,529 from reimbursement

City directs reimbursement funds toward police vehicle fleet maintenance and equipment, freeing up general budget dollars for other priorities.

Counterparty: Equipment Management Funding source: Mixed Action type: Budget amendment
May 1, 2018 · Item number:Item #37 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $8K

City awards $8,500 sole-source contract to Jory Journey Foundation

Jory Journey Foundation receives a no-bid city contract for unspecified goods or services. The item description was truncated, so the public purpose remains unclear.

Counterparty: Jory Journey Foundation, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
May 1, 2018 · Item number:Item #34 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $5K

City funds Birmingham AIDS Outreach program for $5,000

Council commits $5,000 from general funds to Birmingham AIDS Outreach, Inc. for community health services. This sole-source contract ensures continued support for a critical public health organization.

Counterparty: Birmingham AIDS Outreach, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
May 1, 2018 · Item number:Item #35 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $5K

City funds Exchange Club Child Abuse Prevention Center with $5,000

Supports community efforts to prevent child abuse through a local nonprofit partner. Funding comes from the general fund.

Counterparty: Exchange Club Child Abuse Prevention Center Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
May 1, 2018 · Item number:Item #33 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $5K

Council approves $5,000 contract with Alabama Environmental Council

City commits general-fund dollars to environmental services via sole-source agreement.

Counterparty: Alabama Environmental Council Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
May 1, 2018 · Item number:Item #63 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $3K

City approves $3,322 office furniture contract with HON Company

City commits general fund dollars to a sole-source office furniture purchase for one year. No direct impact on residents, but part of routine government spending transparency.

Counterparty: The HON Company, LLC. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Appropriation
May 1, 2018 · Item number:Item #36 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $2K

City awards $2,500 contract to Fresh Air Family, Inc.

Sole-source agreement funds services from Fresh Air Family, Inc. without competitive bidding. City commits $2,500 from general funds.

Counterparty: Fresh Air Family, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
May 1, 2018 · Item number:Item #64 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $1K

Council approves $1,316.70 office furniture purchase from Norstar

Routine spending decision on office furniture for city operations.

Counterparty: Norstar Office Products, Commerce, California Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
May 1, 2018 · Item number:Item #60 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $177

Fire Department buys suction hose equipment from Birmingham Rubber & Gasket

City approves $177.60 payment to Birmingham Rubber & Gasket Company for suction hose equipment needed by the Fire Department.

Counterparty: Birmingham Rubber & Gasket Company, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
May 1, 2018 · Item number:Item #50 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City orders demolition of unsafe building at 19 Center Street South

Unsafe building at a downtown address will be demolished. Removal clears a public nuisance and may open the property for redevelopment or stabilization of the block.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Demolition Location: 19 Center Street South aka 1 Center Street South, Birmingham
May 1, 2018 · Item number:Item #53 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Council orders demolition of unsafe building at 4216 Jackson Street

Condemned property will be removed to address blight and public safety hazard in the neighborhood.

Funding source: General Fund Action type: Demolition Location: 4216 Jackson Street, Birmingham
May 1, 2018 · Item number:Item #57 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City approves 1-year sole-source contract with Cassady & Self Glass for vehicle

The city commits public funds to a single vendor for automotive glass installation and repair services. No competitive bidding process was used.

Counterparty: Cassady & Self Glass Co., Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
May 1, 2018 · Item number:Item #46 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Demolition approved: 1106 16th Street North declared unsafe public nuisance

Building at 1106 16th Street North will be demolished after being declared unsafe and a public nuisance. Removal of blighted structures improves neighborhood safety and property values.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Demolition Location: 1106 - 16th Street North, Birmingham
May 1, 2018 · Item number:Item #84 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City approves film & media consulting contract with Create Birmingham, Inc.

City commits funds to attract film, TV, and music video production to Birmingham—boosting local jobs and economic activity in the media sector.

Counterparty: Create Birmingham, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
May 1, 2018 · Item number:Item #49 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Council orders demolition of unsafe building at 118 Center Street South

City removes a structure deemed unsafe and a public nuisance. Demolition clears a blighted property and improves neighborhood safety.

Funding source: General Fund Action type: Demolition Location: 118 Center Street South, Birmingham
May 1, 2018 · Item number:Item #87 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Council appoints Municipal Court Judge through April 2022

Fills a full-time judgeship on Municipal Court, which handles misdemeanors, traffic violations, and small claims affecting residents citywide.

Funding source: General Fund Action type: Appointment executive
May 1, 2018 · Item number:Item #16 · 💰 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
May 1, 2018 · Item number:Item #12 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City revokes limousine license for Over the Mountain Sedan

Over the Mountain Sedan's operating permit is being cancelled because the company failed to maintain required liability insurance—a key safety and consumer protection rule for ride services.

Counterparty: Over the Mountain Sedan, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: 5128 Valleybrook Circle, Birmingham
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