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City of Traverse City and Charter Township of Garfield Recreational Authority Agenda Packet 2026-06-03

Grand Traverse Conservation District Resource Management Contract Proposed

$45,000/year (base, year 1), 5% annual increase in years 2 and 3; additional work at $45/hour or seasonal rateCity of TraverseGRAND TRAVERSE CONSERVATION DISTRICTJune 3, 2026

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Description

The Recreational Authority is considering a new three-year contract with Grand Traverse Conservation District for resource management at Hickory Meadows and Hickory Forest, starting July 1, 2026. The contract increases the annual fee from $35,000 to $45,000, with an annual 5% escalation, and allows for additional ad hoc services. The contract will be funded from the Operating Fund, Professional Services Line Item.

Contract Details

Contract Amount

$45,000/year (base, year 1), 5% annual increase in years 2 and 3; additional work at $45/hour or seasonal rate

Vendor

GRAND TRAVERSE CONSERVATION DISTRICT

Agency

City of Traverse, MI

Contract Type

PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES

Document Date

June 3, 2026

Contract Term

July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2029

Renewal Date

2029-06-30

Renewal Info

Previous 3-year contract approved in 2023; new contract would replace expiring agreement and run through June 2029 with 5% annual increases. Additional services may be billed ad hoc.

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