HomeMy WebLinkAbout~Master - 2012/13 Winter and Summer Tree Trimming Contract RESOLUTION NO. 12-584
RESOLUTION APPROVING RENEWAL OF CONTRACT FOR
2012/13 WINTER AND SUMMER TREE TRIMMING PROGRAM
FOR THE CITY OF AMES,IOWA
WHEREAS,it is important to maintain the condition of trees in the public right-of-way and
on public grounds,and trimming,removal,and stump grinding is needed to provide for public safety
and tree health; and,
WHEREAS, it is most efficient to contract for these services, and bids for this work were
received on August 25, 2011; and,
WHEREAS,LawPro,LLC,was awarded the Winter and Summer Tree Trimming Program
contract in 2011, with the option for annual renewal, and this renewal option provided for a 3%
winter 2012/13 increase and a 2.5% summer 2013 increase; and,
WHEREAS, this equates to a winter tree trimming contract of$30,000 and a summer tree
trimming contract of$25,000, totaling $55,000.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Ames, Iowa,
that the contract for the 2012/13 Winter and Summer Tree Trimming Program with LawnPro,LLC,
of Colo, Iowa, in the amount of$55,000, is hereby approved.
ADOPTED THIS 13`h day of November, 2012.
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Diane R. Voss, City Clerk Ann H. Campbell, Mayor
Introduced by: Wacha
Seconded by: Davis
Voting aye: Davis, Goodman, Larson, Orazem, Szopinski, Wacha
Voting nay: None Absent: None
Resolution declared adopted and signed by the Mayor this 13' day of November, 2012.