Administration and Public Works Committee Meeting 5-11-2026

The City of Evanston Administration and Public Works Committee met on May 11, 2026, to discuss several procurement and contract-related items. Key discussions included the approval of a contract with Emerald Tree Care LLC for the 2026 Dutch Elm Tree Injection Program, with considerations about potentially expanding in-house capabilities for tree care. The committee also approved a resolution for a $600,000 matching grant from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources for park improvements, noting that the city's share would exceed the grant amount due to project scope. Additionally, a contract with Landscape Concepts Management for business district planters and landscaping was approved, with clarification on funding sources. The committee tabled a contract amendment for rooftop solar installation at the animal shelter for further review. They also approved continuing a contract with US Fire Alliance for fire protection system maintenance, with plans to issue an RFP for future pricing. The committee reviewed and approved the 2026 motor fuel tax resolution for general maintenance activities, clarifying fund balances and expenditure processes. Finally, the committee advanced an ordinance authorizing the city manager to negotiate the sale of certain city-owned properties to the city council with a neutral recommendation.