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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 2538 items in last 86 months
Total dollars $827.1M where disclosed
Notice: Hatched months are still being indexed (31.1% 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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25 items of many

September 9, 2025 · Item number:Item #14 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Council approves SaaS contract with Accela for cloud-based permitting system

City will move permitting operations to Accela's cloud platform, likely streamlining application processing and reducing manual paperwork for residents and businesses. Contract is sole-source, meaning no competitive bidding.

Counterparty: Accela Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
September 2, 2025 · Item number:Item #60 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $13K

City pays $13,476 to Miovision for traffic data collection tool

The city is buying specialized software and hardware to collect and analyze traffic patterns across Birmingham, helping inform future road and transportation improvements.

Counterparty: Miovision Technologies Incorporated, Ontario, Canada Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
September 2, 2025 · Item number:Item #42 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Settlement approved in Eulalia Mateo lawsuit against city

City Attorney settles a legal claim brought by Eulalia Mateo and others. Details of the settlement—including any payment to plaintiffs and terms—should be disclosed to the public.

Counterparty: Eulalia Mateo, et al Funding source: Unknown Action type: Settlement
September 2, 2025 · Item number:Item #61 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Sole-source: Sansom Equipment supplies Vactor and sweeper parts for 1 year

City commits general funds to keep street-cleaning and vactor equipment operational through Department of Equipment Management. Sole-source procurement ensures continuous supply of replacement parts.

Counterparty: Sansom Equipment Company, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
August 26, 2025 · Item number:Item #56 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $3.1M

City awards $3.1M contract to Gillespie Construction for 40th Street North impro

Gillespie Construction will upgrade 40th Street North in Birmingham under a $3.1M contract after a competitive bid process. This is a significant street improvement project affecting traffic and infrastructure in the area.

Counterparty: Gillespie Construction, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award Location: 40th Street North, Birmingham, Alabama
August 26, 2025 · Item number:Item #53 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $1.1M

Air purification systems for 30 fire stations: $1.05M sole-source deal

City awards $1.05M to Magne Grip for AirHawk air purifiers in all 30 fire stations, improving air quality for firefighters and the public they serve.

Counterparty: Rossman Enterprises, Inc. dba Magne Grip Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
August 26, 2025 · Item number:Item #58 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $38K

City approves $37,560 sole-source purchase of Flame decon shampoo from Flame Ind

City restocks cleaning supplies inventory at the Central Stores Warehouse. This is a sole-source contract, meaning no competitive bidding occurred.

Counterparty: Tara Cornett dba Flame Industries, LLC Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
August 26, 2025 · Item number:Item #48 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $11K

Sole-source contract: City agrees to $11K deal with Penny Foundation

City will spend $11,000 from unspecified funds with The Penny Foundation, Inc. under a sole-source agreement. Purpose of the contract is incomplete in the agenda item.

Counterparty: The Penny Foundation, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
August 26, 2025 · Item number:Item #49 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $8K

City accepts $8,000 settlement from Mountainside Apartments

Mountainside Apartments (via Dominion Management Group) pays civil costs to resolve a dispute with the city. The outcome protects taxpayers by collecting damages without prolonged litigation.

Counterparty: Dominion Management Group / Mountainside Apartments Funding source: Private Action type: Settlement
August 26, 2025 · Item number:Item #55 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $6K

City Hall security upgrades: $5,999.66 for access panels and card readers

City Hall gets new access control equipment to improve building security. Work includes card readers and electronic access panels at the main municipal building.

Counterparty: Johnson Controls Security Solutions, LLC Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution Location: 710 20th S, City Hall
August 26, 2025 · Item number:Item #50 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City settles workers' compensation claim from Department

City Attorney resolves a workplace injury dispute. Settlement amount and claim details are not disclosed in this summary.

Counterparty: Department of <UNKNOWN> Funding source: Unknown Action type: Settlement
August 19, 2025 · Item number:Item #109 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $2.2M

City buys 48 Ford police vehicles for $2.18M

Police department expands patrol fleet with new 2026 Ford Interceptor SUVs. Purchase supports public safety operations across the city.

Counterparty: Stivers Ford Lincoln Mercury, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
August 19, 2025 · Item number:Item #25 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $2.0M

State grant: $1.9M for transportation improvements

City spends $1.9 million in state grant money on transportation rehabilitation and upgrades under the Alabama TRIP program.

Counterparty: Alabama Transportation Rehabilitation and Improvement Program-II Funding source: State Grant Action type: Budget amendment
August 19, 2025 · Item number:Item #108 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $600K

City buys 12 Ford F150 police trucks for $600,384

Police department replaces patrol vehicles. Improves emergency response capacity and officer safety with new equipment.

Counterparty: Stivers Ford Lincoln Mercury, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
August 19, 2025 · Item number:Item #27 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Sole-source: City buys Lexipol employee training access

City employees will gain access to Lexipol's online training platform. The contract uses a sole-source purchase, meaning no competitive bidding.

Counterparty: Lexipol, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
August 12, 2025 · Item number:Item #19 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $133K

Germania Park: $132,687 equipment and installation contract to Giffen Recreation

Recreation equipment and supplies upgrades at Germania Park. Spending decision on sole-source vendor award.

Counterparty: Giffen Recreation, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award Location: Germania Park
August 12, 2025 · Item number:Item #18 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $48K

City awards $48K to Carr Development for Railroad Park brick paver repairs

Repairs to brick pavers at Railroad Park and downtown locations restore public walkways and improve pedestrian safety in key civic spaces.

Counterparty: Carr Development, LLC, Birmingham, Alabama Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
August 12, 2025 · Item number:Item #25 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $19K

Fire Department mattress cleaning: $19.3K contract to Clean Sleep Technologies

Sole-source contract keeps fire stations' mattresses sanitary for firefighter health and safety. Renewal ensures continued equipment maintenance without competitive bidding.

Counterparty: Clean Sleep Technologies, LLC Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
August 5, 2025 · Item number:Item #66 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $78K

Sole-source: J.H Wright awarded $77.8K pump replacement at Eastern Area Landfill

City spends $77,814 on emergency leachate pump repair at the landfill — critical maintenance to prevent environmental issues and operational disruptions.

Counterparty: J.H Wright and Associates Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award Location: Eastern Area Landfill
August 5, 2025 · Item number:Item #65 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $33K

Sole-source: Leachate pump replacement at New Georgia Landfill, $33,430

Landfill maintenance keeps groundwater safe from contamination. This pump replacement is a routine operational fix on consent.

Counterparty: J.H Wright and Associates Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award Location: New Georgia Landfill
August 5, 2025 · Item number:Item #53 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Sole-source: Southland International Trucks parts contract approved for 1 year

Equipment Management secures spare parts and repair services for city trucks through a one-year sole-source deal with Southland International. Keeps fleet maintenance steady and predictable.

Counterparty: Southland International Trucks, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
August 5, 2025 · Item number:Item #54 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Sole-source: Stump grinder repair parts & services from Vermeer Southeast

City commits funds for one-year stump grinder maintenance via sole-source purchase, supporting Equipment Management operations.

Counterparty: Vermeer Southeast Sales and Services, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
July 29, 2025 · Item number:Item #47 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $1.8M

City buys 4 Kenworth garbage trucks for $1.75M

Purchase of four new heavy-duty refuse collection vehicles for municipal fleet. Equipment replaces aging trucks to maintain waste management operations.

Counterparty: Ingram Equipment Company, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
July 29, 2025 · Item number:Item #33 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $2K

City awards $2,000 sole-source contract to Real Deal Gaming

Sole-source procurement bypasses competitive bidding. Public deserves to know who received the contract and why competitive bidding was waived.

Counterparty: Darryl Hughley dba Real Deal Gaming Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
July 29, 2025 · Item number:Item #53 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Sole-source: Town and Country Ford to supply OEM automotive parts for 1 year

City commits to a sole-source supplier for vehicle maintenance parts and services for the Equipment Management Department. Typical consent-agenda spending decision with no immediate resident impact.

Counterparty: Town and Country Ford, Bessemer, Alabama Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
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