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Committee approves $450,000 in change orders for county tree‑cutting and removal contracts
Summary
The Public Works committee approved change orders to add up to $450,000 to multi‑year tree cutting and removal contracts used countywide; staff said the contracts cover emergency removals and can be directed to address invasive vines and senior‑focused trimming programs.
The DeKalb County Public Works and Infrastructure Committee approved change orders that add funds to several three‑year county contracts for tree cutting and removal, increasing coverage for emergency and routine work with a combined not‑to‑exceed amount of $450,000.
Chair introduced agenda item 2025‑1005 and listed the affected contract numbers (1302434, 1302440 and 1302439). Mr. Lemke told commissioners the contracts are the county’s general tree removal vehicle used for emergencies and a range of needs and that this item adds funds to extend public works beautification coverage.
Commissioner Terry asked whether a separate senior tree‑cutting program is a distinct contract (staff confirmed it is separate) and whether crews can remove invasive vines such as ivy or kudzu while performing trimming. Mr. Lemke said the existing contracts can be directed to address such invasive‑species issues even when not explicitly named in the contract language; commissioners agreed that addressing tree health during routine work was appropriate.
A commissioner moved and seconded approval of the change orders, and the committee approved the action by voice vote. The transcript records no roll‑call tally or public comment on the item.
