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Read. Follow. Verify.Renewal of City Tree Trimming and Removal Contracts
Record date · April 7, 2026
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What This Bill Does
The City Council has approved a one-year contract renewal for two companies to provide citywide tree trimming and removal services. The total cost for these services is $866,000.
This action authorizes the continued expenditure of $866,000 in city funds for tree maintenance services through the next year.
Who It Affects
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Marion Tree Trimming & Stump Removal
The company is authorized to continue providing tree services for the city for one additional year.
Flyaway Access, LLC (Conrad Tree Services)
The company is authorized to continue providing tree services for the city for one additional year.
City taxpayers
Taxpayer funds totaling $866,000 are allocated to cover the cost of these services.
Key Facts
- The City Council approved the fourth amendment to existing contracts for tree trimming and removal.
- The contracts are renewed for a one-year term.
- The total aggregate cost for these services is $866,000.
- The two companies involved are Marion Tree Trimming & Stump Removal and Flyaway Access, LLC (doing business as Conrad Tree Services).
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- The legislation was introduced on February 25, 2026.
- The status of the file is marked as 'Passed'.
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Repeated Contract Amendments
The use of a 'Fourth Amendment' suggests a long-term reliance on these specific vendors through recurring one-year extensions rather than a new multi-year contract.
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