Item Description:
title
Amd 1 to Agmt PR00007260 with Regents of the University of Minnesota to provide the programming and maintenance for two community gardens, ext end date to 12/31/26, incr NTE by $30,000 for a new total NTE of $116,000
end
Resolution:
body
BE IT RESOLVED, that Amendment 1 to Agreement PR00007260 with Regents of the University of Minnesota to provide the programming and maintenance of two community gardens be extended through December 31, 2026 and increase the contract amount by $30,000 to a new not to exceed total of $116,000; that the Chair of the Board be authorized to sign the Amendment on behalf of the county; and that the Controller be authorized to disburse funds as directed.
end
Background:
Agreement PR00007260 was signed in June 2025 with Regents of the University of Minnesota for the continued programming and maintenance for two community gardens located on tax forfeited lots in North Minneapolis
This board action requests the extension of the contract term to December 31, 2026; and a $30,000 increase to the NTE to include a second growing season for which the UMN will be providing community programming and garden maintenance.
Services provided include, but are not limited to:
• Community Collaboration and Engagement
• Summer internship
• Gardening and food production
• Health, wellness, and education
• Reporting, budgeting, and contract management
This action supports the county’s goals of environmental stewardship, engaging communities, enhancing quality of life, and protecting the environment for current and future generations.
recommendation
Recommendation from County Administrator: Recommend Approval