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Final Payment for Hurricane Milton Tree Removal

Original title: AUTHORIZATION FOR FINAL PAYMENT FOR DANGEROUS TREE REMOVAL (HURRICANE MILTON) - Phillips and Jordan, Inc.

Record date · February 13, 2025

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What This Bill Does

The City Council is considering the final payment to Phillips and Jordan, Inc. for the removal of dangerous trees following Hurricane Milton.

Why it matters

This action authorizes the release of final city funds to a contractor for emergency debris and hazard mitigation work performed after Hurricane Milton.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Phillips and Jordan, Inc.

The company will receive the final payment for services rendered.

Directly affected

City taxpayers

City funds are being disbursed to settle the contract for emergency services.

Key Facts

  • The City Council is reviewing File 25-2815 for final payment authorization.
  • The payment is for dangerous tree removal services conducted in response to Hurricane Milton.
  • The vendor receiving the payment is Phillips and Jordan, Inc.
  • The item is currently listed on the Consent Agenda, indicating it is expected to be approved without separate discussion.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Consent Agenda?
A is a portion of a meeting agenda where multiple routine or non-controversial items are voted on together in a single motion to save time.
Who is Phillips and Jordan, Inc.?
They are the private contractor hired by the city to perform the dangerous tree removal work following the hurricane.

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Post-Hurricane Recovery Phase

The transition to final payments indicates the city is moving from active emergency response to the financial close-out phase of Hurricane Milton recovery.

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