Description
Title: Resolution to Recommend Approval of a General Services Agreement with Legacy Land Conservancy for Conservation Easement Services ($500,000)
Summary
The City of Ann Arbor is considering a resolution to approve a $500,000 General Services Agreement with Legacy Land Conservancy for conservation easement services. This agreement spans three years, with an option for a two-year renewal. The funding is sourced from the Open Space and Parkland Preservation (OSPP) millage, approved by voters in 2003, aimed at preserving open space and natural habitats. The Greenbelt Program, part of this initiative, utilizes conservation easements to safeguard land, requiring thorough documentation and annual monitoring. Legacy Land Conservancy, the sole respondent to a recent Request for Proposals, has extensive experience in conservation services, having worked with local governments and the City since 2023. The approval of this agreement is significant for