===== PDF PAGE 85 ===== [Extraction: embedded PDF text] CITY OF WEST CHICAGO INFRASTRUCTURE COMMITTEE AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY ITEM TITLE: AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: Resolution No. 21-R-0015 - Contract Award - Emerald Tree Care, LLC for the 2021 Emerald Ash Borer Insecticidal COMMITTEE AGENDA DATE: March 4, 2021 Treatment Program COUNCIL AGENDA DATE: March 15, 2021 STAFF REVIEW: Robert E. Flatter, P.E., Director of Public Works APPROVED BY CITY ADMINISTRATOR: Michael L. Guttman SIGNATURE_________ _ ITEM SUMMARY: Emerald Tree Care, LLC has provided annual Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) treatment services related to the application of insecticidal treatments, in the form of trunk injections and Basil System Soil Injections, to manage the spread and negative impact of the EAB since 2011. There are currently approximately 1,242 City-owned Ash trees that would require treatment in 2021. In April 2017, Council approved Resolution No. 17-R-0017 authorizing the Mayor to execute Contract Amendment No. 1 to the initial Agreement with Emerald Tree Care LLC, for the Annual Emerald Ash Borer Insecticidal Treatment Program for the purpose of using a new product, Boxer (a.k.a. Emamectin Benzoate) which was released in 2015. This new product was administered with the same Wedgie (non-drilling) trunk injection method, but the trunk treatment lasts for two years. This increased the trunk injection cost by $0.30 per inch diameter for 2017 and 2019, but saved approximately $101,800.00 over a four-year period, eliminating the need for trunk injections in 2018 and 2020. Wayne White of Emerald Tree Care has provided the City a letter with his recommendation for continuing a monitor and treatment program for the City's Ash trees. In said letter Mr. White recommends the continued use of Boxer for trunk injections every other year and annual soil injections using "lmidicloprid". Emerald Tree Care has also provided a proposal for trunk injections and soil treatment during Fiscal Year 2021, in the amount of $82,325.00, at the same unit prices as the previous contract(s). Please see attached for additional information. To date there have been approximately 593 Ash trees lost since EAB treatment began in 2011, or about 32% of the original treatment set. Many of these trees were lost due to storm related damage or other reasons; however the majority were removed due to failing health caused by early damage from the EAB. Staff recommends continuing trunk injections and soil treatment in Fiscal Year 2021, along with continued monitoring of the City's Ash trees and conducting a full evaluation of all remaining Ash trees prior to fall. Once this evaluation is complete results of the survey will be presented to Committee to assess the benefits of continuing application of insecticidal treatments for the EAB. There are adequate funds available in the Capital Projects Fund for the 2021 EAB Insecticidal Treatment Program. ACTIONS PROPOSED: Approve Resolution No. 21-R-0015 authorizing the Mayor to execute a Contract with Emerald Tree Card, LLC of Roselle, Illinois, for the 2021 Emerald Ash Borer Insecticidal Treatment Program, to complete trunk injections with "Boxer" at the unit price of $3.20 per inch diameter and soil treatment with "lmidicloprid" at the unit price of $1.25 per inch diameter. ===== PDF PAGE 86 ===== [Extraction: embedded PDF text] RESOLUTION NO. 21-R-0015 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE CONTRACT AGREEMENT WITH EMERALD TREE CARE, LLC FOR SERVICES ASSOCIATED WITH THE 2021 EMERALD ASH BORER INSECTICIDAL TREATMENT PROGRAM BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of West Chicago, in regular session assembled, that the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute Contract Agreement related to the 2021 Emerald Ash Borer Insecticidal Treatment Program, between the City of West Chicago and Emerald Tree Care, LLC, thus authorizing the use of Boxer (a.k.a. Emamectin Benzoate) for trunk injections at the unit price of $3 .20 per inch diameter and the use of Imidicloprid for soil treatments at the unit price of $1.25 per inch diameter, in substantially the form attached hereto and incorporated herein as Exhibit "A". APPROVED this 15th day of March, 2021. AYES: NAYES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: Mayor ATTEST: City Clerk ===== PDF PAGE 87 ===== [Extraction: embedded PDF text] Emerald TreeCareLLC 60 Monaco Dr I Roselle, IL 60172 Office: 630-480-4090 I www.emeraldtreecarellc.com February 20, 2021 City of West Chicago Attn: Dept. of Public Works 475 Main Street West Chicago, IL 60185 To Mr. Robert Flatter, It is imperative that the City's Ash population continue to be treated for Emerald Ash Borer control. It is important to protect the preservation effort the City has put forth thus far in maintaining these trees. The treatment program should be viewed as a success, with nearly 70% of the original Ash population inventoried in 2010 still standing today. The 1,242 Ash in the current treatment inventory had a total of 9,950 diameter inches in 2010. These same trees have grown to a robust 17,778 total diameter inches. There are many benefits of these municipal trees, including reducing air pollution, conserving water, reducing soil erosion, and providing ample shade for residents. This year, the recommended treatments on the Ash include a two-part program. The first is the soil drench of fertilizer, bio-root stimulant, and insecticide (a.i. imidacloprid) that is applied in the Spring. The second is the trunk injection with insecticide (a.i. emamectin benzoate) that is applied in early Summer. The trunk injection chemical - brand name 'Boxer' - is labeled for up to two-year control and is recommended for application every-other-year. The Ash trees are due for injections this year. Sincerely, µ,;~.::~ Board Certified Master Arborist Emerald Tree Care LLC ===== PDF PAGE 88 ===== [Extraction: embedded PDF text] Contact Information: Office: 630-480-4090Emerald Tree CareLLC emeraldtreecarellc@gmail.com 60 Monaco Dr Family Owned and Roselle, IL 60172 Operated Since 2005 www.emeraldtreecarellc.com Celebrating Over 15 Years of Quality Tree Care! Customer Contact: City of West Chicago 630-293-2255 w Attn: Dept. of Public Works rflatter@westchicago.org 475 Main Street West Chicago, IL 60185 2021 Tree Care Quote Quote No: 2021-0239 Issued: 2/20/2021 Qty Tree Care Description Cst/Unit Total Your 2021 Tree Care Quote is below. 18,500 total diameter inches of Ash to be SOIL treated with lmidacloprid for the control of the Emerald 1.25 23,125.00 Ash Borer. This soil application includes balanced fertilizers, micronutrients, and organic bio-stimulants to support plant functions, promote root growth, and improve overall plant health. Trunk injections were last performed in 2019, and therefore are due this year. 18,500 total diameter inches of Ash to be TRUNK injected (non-drill) with Boxer (a.i. emamectin 3.20 59,200.00 benzoate) for the control of the Emerald Ash Borer and native Clearwing Borers. Provides 'up to two year' control. Thank yau far chaasing the Emerald Tree Care team as your preferred tree care provider! Total: $82,325.00 CHECK PAYMENT PREFERRED I CREDIT CARDS ALSO ACCEPTED "\ /..Customer Signature ;v~ acvMWayne A. White ~' /·; By signing above, I authorize Emerald Tree Care, LLC ISA Board Certified Master Arborist, Ml-0793B · \ to proceed with the work described for the 2021 season. ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualified