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File #: TMP-9735   
Type: Agenda Item Status: Agenda Ready
File created: 4/9/2026 In control: Public Assets Committee
On agenda: 4/15/2026 Final action:
Title: Recommendation to Award Contracts for Grass Cutting on Vacant City Lots to Summit Lawncare in the amount of $38,970 and to Culpepper Lawnworks in the amount of $17,535
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TO:                                           Public Assets Committee

 

FROM:                      Stephanie Brooks, Property Maintenance Coordinator

 

SUBJECT:

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Recommendation to Award Contracts for Grass Cutting on Vacant City Lots to Summit Lawncare in the amount of $38,970 and to Culpepper Lawnworks in the amount of $17,535

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BACKGROUND:

The City owns a number of vacant lots that were acquired over time through various means, including prior administrative purchases and other property transfers. These parcels contain no structures and require ongoing maintenance to ensure they remain in compliance with City ordinances and community standards. For many years, the City has contracted with external vendors to provide routine grass cutting and general lot maintenance services.

 

CONCLUSION:

It is recommended that the Committee approve and forward to City Council a recommendation to award contracts for grass cutting services on vacant City-owned lots under Contract NS-CO-LM 2024 to the responsible lowest bidders, with the option for two annual renewals (2025 and 2026). Staff recommends approval of the 2026 renewal with Culpepper Lawnworks in the amount of $17,535 (Bundles A and B) and Summit Lawncare in the amount of $38,970 (Bundle C, D and E). Funding for these services will be charged to Neighborhood Services (ORG 02025000, Object 524200 ) in the total amount of $56,505

 

RECOMMENDATION:

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Based on the above, it is recommended that the Mayor and City Council approve the grass cutting contracts for the vacant City lots in the amount of $56,505.

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