Interstate 71 Beautification Project, Brookside Reservation

The Interstate 71 Beautification Project, Brookside Reservation, involves the planting and maintenance of trees in the City of Cleveland. The project includes a base bid and an alternate bid for an extended 16-month plant warranty. Zscape, LLC was awarded the contract as the lowest and best bidder, with a total price of $116,087. The project is expected to enhance the freeway interchanges adjacent to Interstate 71 between West 25th Street and Fulton Road. • The project is funded by a grant from the Northeast Ohio Public Energy Council (NOPEC). • The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) will remove dead and dying trees along the interchanges. • Cleveland Metroparks will plant new trees with a focus on seasonal interest and viability. • The project includes a $5,000 Owner Directed Allowance. • Zscape, LLC has experience with landscape installation, construction, and maintenance, and has worked with Cleveland Metroparks on previous projects.