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October 1, 2013 · Item number:Item #88 Total cost: $350K

City hires Burr & Forman for legal services, up to $350K

The city commits $350,000 to outside counsel for legal matters over the next fiscal year. This sole-source contract bypasses competitive bidding, making public transparency on how the funds are used important.

September 17, 2013 · Item number:Item #67 Total cost: $35K

City hires Balch & Bingham for legal services, $35K through June 2014

General fund money goes to outside legal counsel for unspecified legal matters. Citizens should know who receives city contracts and why, even routine vendor payments.</matters> <parameter name="significance_rationale">Low-moderate significance. This is a straightforward sole-sou

September 17, 2013 · Item number:Item #73 Total cost: $30K

City hires attorney Barry Walker for legal work, up to $30K

Birmingham commits $30,000 in general funds to retain outside legal counsel for unspecified legal matters through June 2014. Citizens have a right to know who gets paid from the city budget and for what.

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