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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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August 20, 2024 · Item number:Item #64 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Settlement approved: City resolves claims against Trane U.S., Inc.

The city is settling a lawsuit against HVAC manufacturer Trane U.S., Inc. The specific dollar amount and terms are not disclosed in the agenda item.

Counterparty: Trane U.S., Inc Funding source: Unknown Action type: Settlement
August 13, 2024 · Item number:Item #73 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $204K

Council awards $204K contract to D12 Consulting for materials purchase

Sole-source contract commits public funds to purchase materials through D12 Consulting and Sedia Systems without competitive bidding.

Counterparty: D12 Consulting, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
July 30, 2024 · Item number:Item #43 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $4.0M

HUD grant: $4M for Valley Creek Rails-to-Trail Project

Federal funding approved for a new pedestrian/bike trail at Valley Creek. Once built, residents will have a new recreational route and alternative commute option.

Counterparty: HUD Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Budget amendment
July 30, 2024 · Item number:Item #55 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $39K

City pays $39,400 to repair Fire Truck 222216

Funds wreck repair services on a 2022 Ferrara Igniter fire truck to restore critical emergency response equipment to service.

Counterparty: Brindlee Mountain Fire Apparatus Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
July 30, 2024 · Item number:Item #48 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $700

City approves $700 contract with Bad Boy Butch Entertainment

City is hiring Forrest Hardy's entertainment company for a one-time performance or event. The purpose isn't fully disclosed in the agenda text.

Counterparty: Forrest Hardy dba Bad Boy Butch Entertainment Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
July 30, 2024 · Item number:Item #72 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $400

City approves $400 contract with THS Productions

THS Productions receives a sole-source contract from the general fund. The specific service is not detailed in the item text.

Counterparty: THS Productions Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
July 30, 2024 · Item number:Item #46 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City extends security monitoring contract with Vector Security for 3 years

City facilities will continue professional security system monitoring under a sole-source agreement. Contract begins September 13 and covers multiple municipal buildings.

Counterparty: Vector Security, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
July 30, 2024 · Item number:Item #70 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City joins Kroger national settlement agreement

Birmingham joins a multi-city settlement with Kroger, likely involving environmental remediation, tax liability, or operational terms affecting the company's presence in the city.

Counterparty: Kroger Funding source: Unknown Action type: Settlement
July 23, 2024 · Item number:Item #47 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $39K

City awards $38,967 card access control contract to Johnson Controls

City is spending nearly $39,000 on security card access equipment, installation, and programming for an unspecified municipal facility or system.

Counterparty: Johnson Controls Security Solutions, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
July 23, 2024 · Item number:Item #49 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $26K

City accepts $26,043 proposal from Johnson Controls for security system work

City spending $26,043 on labor and equipment to restore an existing security system. Work type details are incomplete in the public record.

Counterparty: Johnson Controls Security Solutions, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
July 23, 2024 · Item number:Item #48 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $6K

Council approves $5,760 software upgrade from Johnson Controls

City workstations will receive updated security software to restore functionality. This sole-source purchase keeps critical office systems operational.

Counterparty: Johnson Controls Security Solutions, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
July 23, 2024 · Item number:Item #39 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Settlement approved: City pays Kimberly Crum in lawsuit

City agrees to settle a legal claim against the municipality and an official. Settlement amount not disclosed in title.

Counterparty: Kimberly Crum Funding source: General Fund Action type: Settlement
July 23, 2024 · Item number:Item #40 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Settlement approved: City pays to resolve Howard v. Carroll case

City agreed to settle a lawsuit filed against police officer Joshua Ryan Carroll and the city. The settlement amount and terms are not disclosed in the agenda item.

Counterparty: Tatyana Alexandria Howard v. Joshua Ryan Carroll and the City of Birmingham Funding source: Unknown Action type: Settlement
July 23, 2024 · Item number:Item #38 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Settlement: City authorizes legal resolution in Davis v. City case

City is settling a lawsuit filed by Josephine Davis. The settlement terms are not disclosed in this item, so the direct cost and impact to residents cannot be determined from the agenda alone.

Counterparty: Josephine Davis Funding source: Unknown Action type: Settlement
July 16, 2024 · Item number:Item #48 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $1.0M

Council awards $1M alley resurfacing contract to Southeastern Sealcoating

Southeastern Sealcoating wins competitive bid to resurface alleys across the city for $1,037,822.50. Work improves drainage, pedestrian safety, and property access in neighborhoods citywide.

Counterparty: Southeastern Sealcoating Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
July 16, 2024 · Item number:Item #50 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $53K

City approves $53K repair for fire truck 222213

Fire equipment repair keeps emergency response vehicles operational. Williams Fire Apparatus will service a 2002 Ferrara fire apparatus for the city's Equipment Management Department.

Counterparty: Williams Fire Apparatus, Ashland, Alabama Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
July 16, 2024 · Item number:Item #20 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $278

City settles stop-sign damage claim with GEICO for $278.74

GEICO will reimburse the city for damage to a stop sign at Parkway East and Matthews Avenue, recovering public funds at minimal cost to process.

Counterparty: GEICO Insurance Company Funding source: Unknown Action type: Settlement Location: Parkway East at Matthews Avenue
July 9, 2024 · Item number:Item #37 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $1.0M

Council awards $1M alley resurfacing contract to Southeastern Sealcoating

City spends $1.04M on alley repairs across all neighborhoods through competitive bid. Work improves drainage and road safety in alleys citywide.

Counterparty: Southeastern Sealcoating Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
July 9, 2024 · Item number:Item #28 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $1.0M

City awards $1.04M alley resurfacing contract to Southeastern Sealcoating

Southeastern Sealcoating wins competitive bid to repair alleys across the city. Work improves drainage and safety in neighborhoods citywide.

Counterparty: Southeastern Sealcoating Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
July 9, 2024 · Item number:Item #27 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $1.0M

City awards $1.04M alley resurfacing contract to Southeastern Sealcoating

Alleycats across the city will see repairs completed in 2024. Southeastern Sealcoating's bid was the lowest among responsive bidders.

Counterparty: Southeastern Sealcoating Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award Location: 1330 Adamsville Industrial Parkway Birmingham
July 9, 2024 · Item number:Item #18 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Sole-source: City renews dry-cell battery contract with Liion Power

City will continue buying dry-cell batteries from Liion Power Inc. (Batteries Plus) for ongoing inventory replenishment over the next year without competitive bidding.

Counterparty: Liion Power Inc. dba Batteries Plus Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution Location: Homewood, Alabama
July 2, 2024 · Item number:Item #16 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $3.0M

Council sets aside $3M HUD grant for North Birmingham School Project

City received $3 million federal grant for North Birmingham School improvements. Funds now available for project implementation.

Counterparty: HUD Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Budget amendment
June 25, 2024 · Item number:Item #52 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $6K

City approves $5,547 wreck repair for police vehicle

Equipment Management Department fixes damaged vehicle 232201 through J. W. Autobody and Collision.

Counterparty: J. W. Autobody and Collision, Birmingham Funding source: General Fund Action type: Appropriation
June 18, 2024 · Item number:Item #35 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $18K

City pays $18,477 to Division 12 Consulting for glass wall installation

General fund spending on office interior improvements. Sole-source contract without competitive bidding.

Counterparty: Division 12 Consulting, LLC, Birmingham Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
June 18, 2024 · Item number:Item #33 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $5K

Council approves $4,957 payment to AHEAD Inc. for network service

City spends $4,957 from the general fund for post-network disruption services through sole-source vendor contract via Omnia Partners Cooperative.

Counterparty: AHEAD, Inc., Chicago, Illinois Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
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