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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - January 12,2009 6 Councilmember Holmes asked if the City had looked into other options in order to get a better price. Public Works Director Hoag stated that Staff had not looked into alternative tree contractors. There have not been as many contractors contacting the City as there have been in years past. Precision Landscape is offering to keep their prices at the same level they were two years ago. He stated that if the City sent out a new bid there could be a chance that there are lower bids available but the City may also see an increase in the bid amount from Precision Landscape. Mayor Harpstead asked if price was the only criteria used in the decision to use Precision Landscape two years ago. Public Works Director Hoag stated that Staff also conducted background checks and reference checks with other Cities who had experience with Precision Landscape. Precision Landscape has also provided good service for the City over the last two years. Councilmember Holden stated that she would only support to renew the contract for 2009 and ask Staff to look into alternate sources over the coming months. Public Works Director Hoag stated that the contract was for 2009 and Staff would look into alternate companies. MOTION: Mayor Harpstead moved and Councilmember Holden seconded a motion to Award the Tree Removal and Related Services Contract to Precision Landscape and Tree for 2009. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). B. Motion to Adopt an Ordinance Re2ardin2 Membership on Volunteer Committees Councilmember Holmes stated that in Subd. 2 the second sentence, regarding non resident membership, should include members of nonprofit organizations and community groups. Councilmember Holden agreed with this addition. Mayor Harpstead agreed with this addition. MOTION: Mayor Harpstead moved and Councilmember Holden seconded a