25F - AGMT - WEEDS AND DEBRIS REMOVAL

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REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: SEPTEMBER 4, 2012 TITLE: AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT WITH NARANJO LANDSCAPE, INC. FOR ANNUAL WEED AND DEBRIS REMOVAL SERVICES ITY MANAGER RECOMMENDED ACTION CLERK OF COUNCIL USE ONLY: APPROVED ? As Recommended ? As Amended ? Ordinance on 1s' Reading ? Ordinance on 2"d Reading ? Implementing Resolution ? Set Public Hearing For CONTINUED TO FILE NUMBER Authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the Council to execute the attached first amendment to the agreement with Naranjo Landscape, Inc., to provide weed and debris removal services for an amount not to exceed $167,500 through August 31, 2013, subject to nonsubstantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney. DISCUSSION The Public Works Agency Maintenance Services Division is responsible for maintaining 116 vacant lots, easements, and storm drain channels. In order to do so, a contract for weed and debris removal from public and private properties is required. Removing the weeds and debris will enhance the safety and appearance of these areas maintained by the Public Works Agency. On October 3, 2011, the City entered into an agreement with Naranjo Landscape, Inc for a one- year term with provision for 3 one-year renewals. In the past year, Naranjo Landscape abated 118 lots totaling over 3 million square feet, disposed of 4,200 cubic yards of weeds and debris, and completed 177 weed control sprayings to minimize weed growth. Naranjo Landscape, Inc. has been diligent in addressing its work plan in detail and has exceeded acceptable levels of service. Additionally, Naranjo has agreed to renew the contract with no increase in pricing. Staff recommends approval of the first renewal to accommodate the need for continued weed and debris removal services. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT There is no environmental impact associated with this action. 25F-1