Get Full Government Meeting Transcripts, Videos, & Alerts Forever!
San Fernando council approves tree‑trimming contract, directs staff to pursue RFP
Summary
The City Council approved a three‑year piggyback contract with West Coast Arborist for grid and large‑tree trimming but directed staff to begin a competitive RFP process and to seek short‑term contract flexibility so trimming continues through the windy season.
The San Fernando City Council voted to approve a three‑year, piggyback contract with West Coast Arborist for citywide tree maintenance while directing staff to commence a public Request for Proposals (RFP) to re‑bid the service.
Council members debated the item after staff and the contractor described the work scope: West Coast would provide grid trimming on a seven‑year cycle and handle large or specialty trees that city crews cannot service. Public Works Director Wendell Johnson said the firm’s proposed grid pruning rate is about $86 per tree and that the company’s grid pruning rate would rise by roughly $7 under the proposed contract, a roughly 9%…
Already have an account? Log in
Subscribe to keep reading
Unlock the rest of this article — and every article on Citizen Portal.
- Unlimited articles
- AI-powered breakdowns of topics, speakers, decisions, and budgets
- Instant alerts when your location has a new meeting
- Follow topics and more locations
- 1,000 AI Insights / month, plus AI Chat
