DATE: May 8, 2018
SUBJECT:
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RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT WITH CALIFORNIA TREE SERVICE, INC. FOR AS-NEEDED TREE MAINTENANCE SERVICES, INCREASING THE MAXIMUM AMOUNT PAYABLE UNDER THE AGREEMENT BY $113,000 FOR A NEW MAXIMUM AMOUNT OF $488,000. FY 2018 EXPENDITURES ARE BUDGETED. ALL FUNDS REQUIRED FOR FUTURE FISCAL YEARS WILL BE BUDGETED IN THE APPROPRIATE FISCAL YEAR, SUBJECT TO BOARD APPROVAL UPON ADOPTION OF EACH FISCAL YEAR'S BUDGET
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The San Diego Unified Port District (District) contracts for as-needed tree maintenance services as a cost effective means to properly maintain one of our most valuable natural resources. This agreement provides for arborist services, nest surveys, tree maintenance, tree removal, palm tree skinning, and pruning of more than 3,000 mature trees located in and around District facilities and public parks. The current agreement with California Tree Service, Inc. (California Tree) expires June 30, 2019.
The District's General Services Department (General Services) is in the process of developing a tree maintenance program to maximize the longevity of the District's trees. As part of the program, General Services is increasing the frequency of tree trimming to align with arborist recommendations, which will ensure that the District's trees are healthy. General Services is requesting to increase funds in this agreement to allow for more frequent trimming of District trees.
General Services staff requests authorization to execute Amendment No. 1 to the agreement with California Tree for As-Needed Tree Maintenance Services, increasing the total amount by $113,000 for a new total agreement not-to-exceed amount of $488,000.
RECOMMENDATION:
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Adopt a Resolution authorizing Amendment No. 1 to the agreement with California Tree Service, Inc. for As-Needed Tree Maintenance Services, increasing the maximum amount payable under the agreement by $113,000 for a new maximum ...
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