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Hidden on consent

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

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Hidden on consent — items per month

Indexed so far 934 items in last 56 months
Total dollars $660.2M where disclosed
Notice: Hatched months are still being indexed (17.8% of agenda items processed so far).
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January 31, 2023 · Item number:Item #15 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $7.9M

General Fund budget redirects $9.7M to capital and neighborhood projects

City is shifting nearly $10 million from operating accounts to fund capital improvements and neighborhood investments in FY 2023. Check how this affects planned projects in your area.

Funding source: General Fund Action type: Budget amendment
January 31, 2023 · Item number:Item #12 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $6.0M

Council transfers $6M to capital improvement fund

Moves $6 million from general operations to infrastructure projects, enabling repairs and upgrades across city facilities.

Counterparty: Non-Departmental Funding source: Capital Improvement Plan Action type: Budget amendment
January 31, 2023 · Item number:Item #14 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $5.0M

Budget: $5M transfer to capital improvements fund

City moves $5 million from general operations to capital projects. This redirects ongoing funding toward infrastructure, repairs, or equipment purchases.

Funding source: Capital Improvement Plan Action type: Budget amendment
January 31, 2023 · Item number:Item #20 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $3.5M

City secures $3.5M federal grant for firefighter equipment

Federal funding for firefighter gear and equipment arrives with no local tax dollars needed. Strengthens emergency response capacity city-wide.

Counterparty: United States Department of Homeland Security Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Resolution
January 31, 2023 · Item number:Item #18 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $1.9M

Fourth amendment to Aletheia House contract raises commitment to $1.87M

City commits $760,000 more to Aletheia House to expand the scope of services, bringing the total agreement to $1.87M. Contract amendments involving significant funding increases warrant public visibility even on consent agendas.

Counterparty: Aletheia House, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract amendment
January 31, 2023 · Item number:Item #43 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $50K

City allocates $50K to Birmingham Landmarks for performing arts

Birmingham Landmarks will operate performing arts programming under a city contract. This commitment supports local cultural programming and the arts sector.

Counterparty: Birmingham Landmarks, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
January 31, 2023 · Item number:Item #44 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $25K

City funds Children's Village shelter services: $25,000 contract

The city commits $25,000 to provide long-term residential shelter, food, and clothing services through Children's Village, Inc.—a direct support for vulnerable youth housing and basic needs.

Counterparty: Children's Village, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
January 31, 2023 · Item number:Item #21 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $15K

City approves $15,000 court reporting contract with Veritext

Birmingham will pay Veritext up to $15,000 for court reporting services in civil matters. The contract uses sole-source procurement, meaning no competitive bidding occurred.

Counterparty: Veritext Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
January 24, 2023 · Item number:Item #33 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Aspen Institute consulting agreement for justice initiative

City hires The Aspen Institute to plan a new justice and governance initiative. Consulting agreement supports early-stage planning, scope and cost details not yet disclosed.

Counterparty: The Aspen Institute, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
January 17, 2023 · Item number:Item #19 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City approves data warehouse contract with DSTC, LLC

The city is hiring a consultant to build a data warehouse system for the archives. This improves how the city stores and accesses records.

Counterparty: D. Smith Technology and Consulting, LLC dba DSTC, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
January 17, 2023 · Item number:Item #16 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Radio advertising contract with Courtney French Broadcasting

City commits public funds to purchase radio advertising through a sole-source contract with Courtney French Broadcasting. Details on duration, cost, and advertising scope were not disclosed in the agenda summary.

Counterparty: Courtney French Broadcasting, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
January 3, 2023 · Item number:Item #66 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $12.6M

Council awards $12.6M citywide road resurfacing contract to Dunn Construction

Dunn Construction won the competitive bid to resurface city streets in 2023. This affects road conditions across Birmingham neighborhoods.

Counterparty: Dunn Construction Co. Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
January 3, 2023 · Item number:Item #47 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $85K

Fire department: $84,995 for Eagle Air Raven breathing compressor

Equipment purchase for fire department operations. Sole-source procurement from North American Fire Equipment Company.

Counterparty: North American Fire Equipment Company, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
January 3, 2023 · Item number:Item #43 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $1K

City pays $1,000 for canine officer training certification

Police K-9 units get professional evaluation and certification training to ensure handler and dog readiness for public safety work.

Counterparty: Alabama Canine Law Enforcement Officer's Training Center, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award Location: Northport, Alabama
December 13, 2022 · Item number:Item #15 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City authorizes Camino Technologies software agreement for permitting

Planning, Engineering, and Permitting staff will use Camino's guide service integrated with Accela to streamline permit applications and reviews.

Counterparty: Camino Technologies, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
December 6, 2022 · Item number:Item #45 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $10.0M

$21M in federal COVID relief funds allocated to grants, admin costs

City commits remaining ARPA funds to competitive grants and administrative expenses. Allocation shapes which projects compete for federal money.

Funding source: Arpa Action type: Budget amendment
December 6, 2022 · Item number:Item #35 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $14K

City approves $14,490 ammunition purchase from Gulf States Distributors

Police department restocks public safety ammunition and accessories under Alabama state contract. Routine procurement on consent agenda.

Counterparty: Gulf States Distributors, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
November 29, 2022 · Item number:Item #28 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $491K

City awards 3-year IT services contract to Routeware, Inc. for $1.12M

City commits over $1.1 million over three years for information technology services through sole-source procurement. Citizens should know who won this contract and whether competitive bidding was considered.

Counterparty: Routeware, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
November 22, 2022 · Item number:Item #37 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $10.8M

City budgets $10.8M federal Good Jobs Challenge grant to Mayor's Office

Federal grant funds will support job training and economic development initiatives through the Mayor's Office. The allocation reflects receipt of a competitive federal award.

Counterparty: Mayor's Office Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Budget amendment
November 22, 2022 · Item number:Item #39 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $65K

City approves $65K sole-source contract with Birmingham Times Media Group

The city is paying Birmingham Times Media Group up to $65,000 for unspecified goods or services without competitive bidding. The incomplete description makes it unclear what residents are funding.

Counterparty: Birmingham Times Media Group, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
November 22, 2022 · Item number:Item #31 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City contracts with Penny Foundation to manage Common Ground conflict resolution

Penny Foundation will handle budgeting and administration of Common Ground, a cognitive-based conflict resolution initiative. The city is using a sole-source procurement method for this professional services agreement.

Counterparty: Penny Foundation Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
November 22, 2022 · Item number:Item #9 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Fire service drugs and supplies: sole-source deal with UAB

City commits to purchasing medical supplies and medications for firefighters through University of Alabama at Birmingham under a sole-source agreement, likely at negotiated rates.

Counterparty: University of Alabama at Birmingham Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
November 22, 2022 · Item number:Item #14 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Settlement approved: City Attorney authorized to resolve Jackson lawsuit

City is settling a legal claim brought by Laurie Jackson. The settlement amount and case details were not disclosed in the agenda item.

Counterparty: Laurie Jackson Funding source: General Fund Action type: Settlement
November 22, 2022 · Item number:Item #16 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City Attorney settles outstanding claims against Birmingham

City Attorney has authority to settle legal claims without additional Council approval, saving staff time and reducing legal costs where settlement is prudent.

Counterparty: unknown Funding source: Unknown Action type: Settlement
November 22, 2022 · Item number:Item #34 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Mayor to hire Penny Foundation to manage Common Ground conflict-resolution progr

City will pay an external nonprofit to handle budgets and day-to-day operations of Common Ground, a cognitive-based conflict resolution initiative. Affects how the program is run and what residents experience when using it.

Counterparty: Penny Foundation Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
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