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Approval of Citywide Tree and Brush Removal Contracts

Original title: Approve and Authorize the City Manager to Execute the Tree & Brush Abatement Services Agreements for a Three (3) Year Term and the Option to Renew for Two (2) Additional One (1) Year Terms With Arbobella Tree Service, LLC, Olive Branch Enterprises of Florida, Inc., and Bushman's Landscape Management, LLC for Citywide Tree and Brush Abatement Services in an Amount Not to Exceed $200,000.00 Annually, Subject to Contractual Escalators for the Remaining Term.

Record date · June 23, 2026

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What This Bill Does

The City Commission has approved three-year contracts with three private companies to provide tree and brush removal services across the city. The city will spend up to $200,000 annually on these services, with options to extend the agreements for two additional years.

Why it matters

The city is committing up to $200,000 per year in public funds for vegetation management services, which will be performed by three private contractors over an initial three-year period.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Arbobella Tree Service, LLC

The company is a party to a three-year service agreement with the city.

Directly affected

Olive Branch Enterprises of Florida, Inc.

The company is a party to a three-year service agreement with the city.

Directly affected

Bushman's Landscape Management, LLC

The company is a party to a three-year service agreement with the city.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who will be performing the tree and brush removal?
The city has contracted with Arbobella Tree Service, LLC, Olive Branch Enterprises of Florida, Inc., and Bushman's Landscape Management, LLC.
How much will this cost the city?
The city has authorized an amount not to exceed $200,000.00 annually, subject to potential .
How long do these contracts last?
The initial term is three years, with an option to renew for two additional one-year terms.

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Multi-Vendor Procurement

The city is splitting the $200,000 annual budget across three different vendors, likely to ensure service availability or competitive pricing.

Arbobella Tree Service, LLCOlive Branch Enterprises of Florida, Inc.Bushman's Landscape Management, LLC

Connected Entities

Bushman's Landscape Management, LLC, Olive Branch Enterprises of Florida, Inc., Arbobella Tree Service, LLC and 1 more
OrganizationBushman's Landscape Management, LLC“One of the three selected contractors for tree and brush abatement.”Map →
OrganizationOlive Branch Enterprises of Florida, Inc.“One of the three selected contractors for tree and brush abatement.”Map →
OrganizationArbobella Tree Service, LLC“One of the three selected contractors for tree and brush abatement.”Map →
PersonCity Manager“Authorized to execute the service agreements.”Map →

Sources

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webapi.legistar.com

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  • Controversy10
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