The DDA reports that March 2025 tree planting and the 11 Mile streetscape project have completed planting areas along John R and East 11 Mile, significantly reducing turf but expanding planting, mulching, and related maintenance obligations. As the DDA pauses further tree planting while exploring a potential streetscape expansion to West 11 Mile, it plans a formal evaluation of additional maintenance service needs in Fall 2026. This signals upcoming procurement for enhanced landscape and right-of-way maintenance, potentially including seasonal planting care, mulching, litter and weed control, and irrigation support. Grounds maintenance contractors and landscape firms can begin positioning with the DDA now, understanding the current streetscape conditions and likely service levels ahead of a possible FY 2027 procurement.
Tree planting program on West 11 Mile is paused while the DDA explores feasibility of streetscape ex...
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