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Hudsonville approves $115,767 mowing contract with Augusta Lawn Care
Summary
The Hudsonville City Commission voted to award the 2026 mowing, fertilization and weed-control contract to Augusta Lawn Care for $115,767, citing vendor reliability amid labor shortages and a 4.5% price increase tied to rising labor costs.
The Hudsonville City Commission voted Monday to award the 2026 mowing, fertilization and weed-control contract to Augusta Lawn Care for $115,767. Commissioner Camp moved for approval; Commissioner Group seconded, and the motion carried on a roll call.
City Manager said Augusta Lawn Care has provided reliable service and noted a 4.5% contract increase, which staff attributed to industrywide labor challenges since the COVID-19 pandemic. The manager said staff and the vendor will continue to evaluate how labor is allocated across city properties to maximize value under the contract terms.
The contract was presented during new business; commissioners heard no objections during discussion. The commission also approved other routine items in the consent agenda earlier in the meeting.
Votes at a glance: The commission approved the consent agenda, the Augusta Lawn Care contract, the 2026 meeting calendar and the mayor's board appointments during the session. Specific roll-call names were not captured in the public audio record for each vote.
