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Items the AI flagged as high-public-interest — but council placed them on the consent agenda anyway.

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Indexed so far 934 items in last 56 months
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November 19, 2024 · Item number:Item #14 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Settlement authorization (details incomplete)

The city is settling a legal claim, but the title and description are truncated. Citizens need to know the defendant, claim amount, and what the settlement covers.

Counterparty: unknown Funding source: Unknown Action type: Settlement
November 19, 2024 · Item number:Item #16 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City Attorney authorized to settle claim

City will resolve a legal claim; the settlement terms are not disclosed in the public title.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Settlement
November 19, 2024 · Item number:Item #17 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Settlement: City authorizes Attorney to resolve Vincent and McDonald case

City Attorney has discretion to settle a legal claim brought by Andrarius Vincent and Martez McDonald. The dollar amount and terms are not disclosed in the public agenda.

Counterparty: Andrarius Vincent and Martez McDonald Funding source: Unknown Action type: Settlement
November 5, 2024 · Item number:Item #12 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $4.5M

$4.5M set aside for Carraway Infrastructure debt service

City commits $4.5 million to pay down debt on Carraway Infrastructure project through fiscal year 2025.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Budget amendment
November 5, 2024 · Item number:Item #15 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $1.0M

Council rescind prior resolution, authorize $1M agreement

Council is replacing an earlier May 2024 decision with a new $1 million spending or contract authorization. Without full details of the underlying agreement, the specific impact on residents is unclear.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
November 5, 2024 · Item number:Item #14 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $125K

City approves $125K sole-source contract with HouseProud Atlanta Inc.

HouseProud will provide services to the city under a sole-source agreement (no competitive bidding). The contract amount and service scope determine whether this affects residents directly or represents routine city operations.

Counterparty: HouseProud Atlanta Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
November 5, 2024 · Item number:Item #18 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $8K

City approves $7,600 contract with Birmingham Board of Education

City spending $7,600 in general funds to pay the Board of Education to coordinate services. The full scope of services is unclear from the truncated description.

Counterparty: Birmingham Board of Education Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
November 5, 2024 · Item number:Item #20 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $5K

City funds $5K STEM partnership with Birmingham Zoo for 7th graders

Birmingham Zoo will deliver science and technology education to middle schoolers in the city's public schools. One-time funding supports hands-on learning outside the classroom.

Counterparty: Birmingham Zoo, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
November 5, 2024 · Item number:Item #19 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $5K

City allocates $5,000 to Birmingham Botanical Society for services

Public funds going to a botanical organization for unspecified services. While the amount is modest, citizens deserve visibility into how their tax dollars support local nonprofits.

Counterparty: Birmingham Botanical Society, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
November 5, 2024 · Item number:Item #22 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City settles lawsuit with Trinity CME Church et al

Settlement resolves legal dispute between city and Trinity Christian Methodist Episcopal Church. Dollar amount and settlement terms not disclosed in agenda.

Counterparty: Trinity Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, et al Funding source: Unknown Action type: Settlement
October 29, 2024 · Item number:Item #19 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $4.5M

City secures $4.5M revolving credit line from PNC Bank

The city is borrowing $4.5 million at flexible terms for up to three years to manage cash flow and fund operations. This is a major financing decision that affects the city's debt obligations and fiscal flexibility.

Counterparty: PNC Bank, National Association Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
October 29, 2024 · Item number:Item #17 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $60K

City awards $60K consulting contract to Dr. Chico Tillmon

City spending $60,000 on training and consulting services from Dr. Chico Tillmon through sole-source procurement.

Counterparty: Dr. Chico Tillmon d/b/a Tillmon Training and Consulting Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
October 29, 2024 · Item number:Item #20 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $6K

City hires Risk Mitigation Services for background checks, up to $6,000

City will spend up to $6,000 from its general fund to screen job applicants and employees for background information. This is a sole-source contract, meaning the city did not solicit competitive bids.

Counterparty: Risk Mitigation Services, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
October 22, 2024 · Item number:Item #28 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $2K

City agrees to $2,000 facilities arrangement with Holy Family Christo Rey Cathol

City commits $2,000 to allow the Catholic high school to provide facilities for an unspecified public use or service.

Counterparty: Holy Family Christo Rey Catholic High School Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
October 22, 2024 · Item number:Item #32 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City settles claims brought by Shaquita Sanders and family

City will pay out settlement funds to resolve legal claims. Dollar amount and claim details were not disclosed in the agenda materials.

Counterparty: Shaquita Sanders, Shanquita P. Sanders, and Sommer E. Sanders Funding source: Unknown Action type: Settlement
October 22, 2024 · Item number:Item #34 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Settlement approved: City of Birmingham resolves Tolbert v. City lawsuit

City settles civil litigation brought by Casonja Tolbert. Settlement amount and terms not disclosed in agenda.

Counterparty: Casonja Tolbert Funding source: Unknown Action type: Settlement
October 22, 2024 · Item number:Item #22 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Sole-source: MCM Technology to provide evidence tracking software

City police and public safety agencies will use MCM's evidence management system for digital case records, chain-of-custody tracking, and data retrieval. System reliability directly affects investigation quality and court evidence admissibility.

Counterparty: MCM Technology, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
October 22, 2024 · Item number:Item #33 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Settlement: City settles State Farm insurance case DV-2021-905918

City resolves insurance liability claim involving Briyona Young. Settlement terms and financial exposure to the city will be determined by this authorization.

Counterparty: State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company v. Briyona Young Funding source: Unknown Action type: Settlement
October 22, 2024 · Item number:Item #18 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City contracts with Create Birmingham for Co. Starters program

Create Birmingham will run a 10-week entrepreneurship cohort to help residents start businesses. The city is using a sole-source contract, meaning no competitive bidding process.

Counterparty: Create Birmingham, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
October 22, 2024 · Item number:Item #21 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City approves software license deal with Mantissa Corporation

Police Records Management System software renewal. Maintains case management and archival tools for law enforcement operations.

Counterparty: Mantissa Corporation Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
October 15, 2024 · Item number:Item #17 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $250

Sole-source: $250 detox contract with Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment Centers,

City commits to adult detoxification services for ages 19+. Contract specifies intensive outpatient program to support residents seeking treatment.

Counterparty: Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment Centers, Inc Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
October 1, 2024 · Item number:Item #58 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $5.1M

Budget amendment: $5.07M in HOME-ARP funds for community development

City approves spending $5.07 million in federal American Rescue Plan housing funds on community development programs. These federal grants support affordable housing initiatives and local housing needs.

Counterparty: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Funding source: Arpa Action type: Budget amendment
October 1, 2024 · Item number:Item #46 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $6K

City approves $6,444 vehicle repair with Paul Pierce Paint and Body

Equipment Management pays sole-source vendor for damage repairs to city 2017 Ford Explorer. Routine fleet maintenance funded from general budget.

Counterparty: Paul Pierce Paint and Body, Birmingham, Alabama Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
October 1, 2024 · Item number:Item #31 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $3K

Settlement: City accepts $3,000 in civil costs from Sun Inn

City receives $3,000 payment resolving a civil matter with Sun Inn (KM Hospitality LLC). The funds offset city costs related to the case.

Counterparty: KM Hospitality LLC/Sun Inn Funding source: General Fund Action type: Settlement
October 1, 2024 · Item number:Item #25 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City approves Cellebrite software contract with Carahsoft Technology

Birmingham's police department will use Cellebrite digital forensics tools to investigate crimes. The city is buying the subscription and hardware through a sole-source vendor agreement with Carahsoft.

Counterparty: Carahsoft Technology Corporation Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
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