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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 5718 items in last 164 months
Total dollars $1253.5M where disclosed
Notice: Hatched months are still being indexed (62.3% 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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January 7, 2025 · Item number:Item #30 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $2.6M

Council awards $2.6M infrastructure contract to SDAC

City commits $2.6 million to 25th Street North infrastructure improvements. Project is located on Selma property serving the community.

Counterparty: South Dade Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, Inc. DBA SDAC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award Location: 910 Landline Road, Selma, Alabama, 36701
January 7, 2025 · Item number:Item #14 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $1.2M

City orders 4 refuse trucks from Ingram Equipment for $1.2M

City will spend $1.2 million to replace or expand its garbage collection fleet with four new Heil Durapack 25CY rear-loaded trucks, improving waste management capacity.

Counterparty: Ingram Equipment Company, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
January 7, 2025 · Item number:Item #17 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $86K

Sole-source: Samsara GPS subscription renewal $85,878

City commits $85,878 to renew GPS tracking licenses for fleet vehicles. Service enables real-time location data for city operations.

Counterparty: Samsara, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract amendment
January 7, 2025 · Item number:Item #9 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City settles lawsuit by Hardin and Moore (Case 2:21-cv-01002)

City agrees to settle a federal civil-rights case filed by two residents. Settlement terms and dollar amount are not disclosed in the agenda.

Counterparty: Samantha Hardin and Moneka Chante Moore Funding source: General Fund Action type: Settlement
December 23, 2024 · Item number:Item #34 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

Printshop supplies contract with Intoprint Technologies

City commits spending on routine printing and copying supplies via sole-source procurement with Virginia vendor.

Counterparty: Intoprint Technologies, Roanoke, Virginia Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
December 17, 2024 · Item number:Item #37 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $20.2M

City sets aside $20.2M federal Recompete Grant for IEO Department

The city receives a competitive federal grant to fund economic opportunity initiatives managed by the IEO Department. This $20.2M investment supports job creation and economic development programs through fiscal year 2025.

Counterparty: IEO Department Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Budget amendment
December 17, 2024 · Item number:Item #94 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $47K

Council approves $47K flooring contract for Don Hawkins Recreation Center

Don Hawkins Recreation Center in District 1 gets new flooring. The $47,064 sole-source contract with Covington Flooring Company covers materials and installation.

Counterparty: Covington Flooring Company Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award Location: District 1
December 17, 2024 · Item number:Item #95 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $5K

City awards $9,600 sole-source contract to Global Industrial for park equipment

City commits $9,600 in public funds to Global Industrial for operations supplies and equipment at Dolomite Park in District 9, selected without competitive bidding.

Counterparty: Global Industrial, Buford, Georgia Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award Location: Dolomite Park
December 17, 2024 · Item number:Item #60 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City joins Publix settlement agreement

Birmingham will participate in a settlement involving Publix and related entities. The city's financial and legal obligations under this settlement are not detailed in the available information.

Counterparty: Publix and its related entities Funding source: Unknown Action type: Settlement
December 10, 2024 · Item number:Item #23 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $2.3M

Council awards $2.3M contract for Shades Creek Walking Trail

City is building a new walking trail along Shades Creek using federal pandemic recovery funds. Project will create accessible outdoor recreation space in the area.

Counterparty: Gillespie Construction, Inc. Funding source: Arpa Action type: Contract award Location: 4565 Highway 5, Jasper, Alabama 35503
December 10, 2024 · Item number:Item #42 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $100K

City approves $100K agreement with Central Alabama Redevelopment Alliance

City commits $100,000 to Central Alabama Redevelopment Alliance for unspecified services on a sole-source contract.

Counterparty: Central Alabama Redevelopment Alliance Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
December 10, 2024 · Item number:Item #20 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $37K

Giffen Recreation wins $37K sole-source contract for Wylam Park supplies

Wylam Park (District 9) receives $37,012 in American Rescue Plan funds for park supplies and equipment. Funded entirely by federal COVID relief money.

Counterparty: Giffen Recreation, Inc. Funding source: Arpa Action type: Contract award Location: Wylam Park
December 10, 2024 · Item number:Item #17 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $3K

City approves $3,318 audio-visual purchase from Best Buy for McAlpine Center

McAlpine Recreation Center in District 9 gets new audio-visual equipment and services. Routine facility upgrade funded through city procurement.

Counterparty: Best Buy for Business, Richfield, Minnesota Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award Location: District 9
December 10, 2024 · Item number:Item #21 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $2K

Sole-source: PC Connection supplies printer and software for McAlpine Recreation

City buys printer, software, and related items for District 9 recreation facility using sole-source procurement from New Hampshire vendor.

Counterparty: PC Connection Sales Corp. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award Location: McAlpine Recreation Center
December 10, 2024 · Item number:Item #47 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $151

Council awards $151.5K to Giffen Recreation for Bessie Estell Park equipment

Sole-source contract funds recreation supplies and equipment at District 3's Bessie Estell Park, supporting community recreation access.

Counterparty: Giffen Recreation, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award Location: Bessie Estell Park
December 10, 2024 · Item number:Item #13 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City hires Poole & Company to create master plan for 11 blocks

City is planning major development or redevelopment of 11 blocks. Master plan will guide zoning, building, and public space decisions in this area for years to come.

Counterparty: Poole & Company Architects, PC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
December 3, 2024 · Item number:Item #45 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $1.4M

Council awards $1.37M sealcoating contract to Southeastern Sealcoating

Southeastern Sealcoating wins the bid to seal and maintain streets in Hooper City Phase V using federal ARPA pandemic relief funds. Work is expected to improve road conditions and extend street lifespan.

Counterparty: Southeastern Sealcoating, Inc. Funding source: Arpa Action type: Contract award Location: Hooper City
December 3, 2024 · Item number:Item #19 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City approves mainframe hosting deal with Mainline Information Systems

City enters sole-source agreement for cloud-based mainframe services to run municipal IT systems. Terms and dollar amount not disclosed in this agenda.

Counterparty: Mainline Information Systems, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
November 26, 2024 · Item number:Item #23 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $5.9M

Council awards $5.9M ARPA contract to Russo for Caldwell Park drainage

Russo Corporation will improve drainage and utilities at Caldwell Park and 26th Street South using federal pandemic recovery funds. Project reduces flooding risk in the area.

Counterparty: Russo Corporation Funding source: Arpa Action type: Contract award Location: Caldwell Park/26th Street South
November 26, 2024 · Item number:Item #22 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $1.1M

City awards $1.1M trail construction contract to Bulls Construction

Clairmont Connector Trails project moves forward with federal funding. New walking and cycling paths will improve neighborhood connectivity and recreation access.

Counterparty: Bulls Construction Group, LLC Funding source: Arpa Action type: Resolution
November 26, 2024 · Item number:Item #45 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $194K

Sole-source contract: TRAINFO railroad-crossing system, $193.6K/3 years

City commits to a three-year railroad-crossing safety or prediction system with sole vendor TRAINFO. Without competition, residents and council should know why this technology cannot be obtained elsewhere.

Counterparty: TRAINFO Corporation Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
November 26, 2024 · Item number:Item #44 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $118K

City contracts Love Joy Ministries for $117,625 in services

Sole-source contract awards public funds to a nonprofit provider. The incomplete description makes it unclear what services residents will receive.

Counterparty: Love Joy Ministries, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
November 26, 2024 · Item number:Item #20 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $31K

Boutwell Auditorium side canopy replacement: $30,616 to Tennessee Valley Metals

The city will replace the deteriorating side canopy at Boutwell Auditorium, a historic cultural venue. The work protects the building and maintains usable public space.

Counterparty: Tennessee Valley Metals, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award Location: 1930 Reverend Ab
November 26, 2024 · Item number:Item #21 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: $3K

Boutwell Auditorium side canopy replacement: $3,000 to C.P. Construction

Council approves repair work on a public auditorium's exterior structure. The replacement is a routine maintenance project for the facility at 1930 Reverend Abraham Woods Jr Boulevard.

Counterparty: C.P. Construction, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award Location: 1930 Reverend Abraham Woods Jr Boulevard, Birmingham
November 26, 2024 · Item number:Item #18 · 💰 Hidden on consent Total cost: undisclosed

City settles Melissa Fendley lawsuit

The city is resolving a legal dispute involving resident Melissa Fendley. Settlement terms were not disclosed.

Counterparty: Melissa Fendley Funding source: General Fund Action type: Settlement
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