Goshen Redevelopment Commission re-elects officers, approves contracts and change orders

The Goshen Redevelopment Commission on March 10 re-elected its officers for 2026 and approved multiple procurement items and change orders.

Members approved the slate of officers after motions and seconds: Brian Garber was elected president, Brett Wedle vice president and Jonathan Graber secretary. The votes were recorded as unanimous, with roll calls showing five votes in favor on each item.

In business matters, staff (Becky) requested authorization of an agreement with Avan Marsh Consultants to prepare construction documents and bid materials for the 10‑foot Cherry Creek Trailway in phase one of the Cherry Creek development. Becky said the consultant already serves as the overall project designer for the larger development and has the topographic, grading and approved development plans needed to avoid duplicative work; the firm’s lump‑sum fee in the packet was stated as $15,000. Commissioners asked about whether the trail could be safely used during remaining housing construction; Becky replied the trail is expected to be usable by the end of summer and will be routed to avoid active house construction. The motion to approve the agreement passed 5–0.

The commission ratified an agreement for College Avenue Phase 1 tree removal, which staff reported had been completed for a total cost stated as $45,000. A subsequent balancing change order (change order #1) increased that contract by $6,470.52 to a final amount of $51,671.90; staff said the adjustment reflected additional trees and larger‑diameter removals verified in the field. The commission approved the change order 5–0.

The body also voted to continue the city’s lawn services agreement with Yard Shark for 2026. Staff said the redevelopment portion of the contract covers a shrinking set of small parcels and cited a redevelopment monthly cost of $1,022 for the year (which includes mowing, weeding and fall leaf cleanup). The motion to approve the mowing contract passed unanimously.

Commissioners approved change order #1 for the downtown vault assessment and closure project, presented as project 2012‑43. Staff (Andrew) said the original contract amount was $190,600 and that change order #1 added $1,500 for curb and sidewalk work, producing a revised total of $192,100; the commission approved the change 5–0. (Note: the meeting transcript also includes a conflicting percentage figure describing this change, which appears to be a transcription error; see audit.)

Votes at a glance • Brian Garber — President: approved 5–0 (motion to appoint) • Brett Wedle — Vice President: approved 5–0 (motion to appoint) • Jonathan Graber — Secretary: approved 5–0 (motion to appoint) • Avan Marsh Consultants agreement (Cherry Creek Trailway): approved 5–0 (fee $15,000, lump sum) • College Avenue Phase 1 tree removal ratification: approved 5–0 (work complete; cost stated $45,000) • Change Order #1 (College Ave tree clearing): approved 5–0 (increase $6,470.52; final $51,671.90) • 2026 mowing contract (Yard Shark): approved 5–0 (redevelopment share stated $1,022 for 2026) • Change Order #1 (Downtown vault assessment & closure): approved 5–0 (original $190,600; add $1,500; revised $192,100)

The meeting adjourned after staff presented routine project updates and scheduling notes; the commission set its next meeting for March 10, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.