In case you missed the Park Board Meeting on November 12, 2024, below are some highlights to be aware of.
To view a full agenda and memos click HERE. To view a full video recording of the meeting click HERE.
Bid Awarded for Winter Tree Pruning
As part of the consent agenda, Commissioners voted 5-0 to award a bid for winter tree pruning to Carr’s Tree Service in the amount of $62,780.
Staff opened all winter tree pruning bids on October 17 at 1:00 p.m. Two bids were received, with staff recommending Carr’s Tree Service as it met all specifications, was the lowest bid and is within budgeted amount of $70,000.
Winter tree pruning is an essential part of winter tree care. During the winter months, trees are in their dormant phase, which minimizes stress on the tree and reduces the risk of disease transmission. Cold temperatures keep insects and pathogens at bay, which lowers the chance of infection in the freshly pruned branches. Winter pruning also helps improve the trees’ structure and encourages healthy growth when spring arrives.
Tree pruning will occur at the following locations: Elephant Park, El Zagal Golf Course, Island Park, Jack Williams Stadium, Lindenwood Park, Oak Grove Park, Trefoil Park and Trollwood Park.
Bid Awarded for Roger G. Gress Northside Pool Pump Replacement Project
As part of the consent agenda, Commissioners voted 5-0 to award a bid for the Roger G. Gress Northside Pool pump replacement project to Associated Pool Builders in the amount of $99,750.
Staff opened bids for the project on October 17 at 1:30 p.m. One bid was received from Associated Pool Builders, with staff recommending the bid be accepted. The bid met all specifications and funds will come from the Fargo Park District reserve funds.
Current pool pumps are outdated, undersized and past their projected lifespan. The project is expected to be completed by December 31, 2024.
Permission Granted to Bid the 2025 Fargo Park District Equipment
As part of the consent agenda, Commissioners voted 5-0 to grant staff permission to publicly bid for the 2025 Fargo Park District equipment.
New equipment is bid annually, with funds being taken from the 2025 annual budget. The projected timeline for the bid process is as follows:
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Public bid opening: December 4, 2024
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Consideration of bids at Planning Committee meeting: December 18, 2024
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Possible award by Park Board Commissioners: January 14, 2025
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