Agenda — Fountain Valley City Council, June 17, 2025 (part 2 of 3)

RFP-25-001 Sports Park, Parks, and Civic Facilities Landscape Maintenance Services General and Special Provisions
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(A-5) SCOPE OF WORK FOR FERTIGATION AND FERTIGATION SYSTEM MAINTENANCE – SPORTS PARK

36. FERTIGATION AND FERTIGATION SYSTEM MAINTENANCE (SPORTS PARK) A. Perform Fertigation and Fertigation System Maintenance according to the frequencies specified in Section A-5 herein and as specified in Section 63.

B. The objective of fertigation applications is to improve soil conditions so that the athletic field turf can develop deeper healthier root zone structure to achieve sustainable turf and improved aesthetic appearance.

C. Fertigation will be applied through the City’s three existing EZ025 fertigation tanks (25- gallon tanks) at three points of connection to the reclaimed water irrigation system at the Sports Park.

D. Contractor shall follow the Fertigation Schedule proposed by the Contractor in their proposal based on the current soil analysis report as adjusted and agreed upon by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative. The Fertigation Schedule shall include the month of application, name of product, manufacturer of product, amount, and point of connection location.

E. Depending on the availability of the recommended product(s), similar products may be applied with the approval of the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative prior to application.

F. Application rates and products shall be adjusted or changed based on the soil analysis reports with the approval of the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative prior to application.

G. All fertigation products shall be new and unopened prior to use and a representative from the City shall be present when all products are applied to the fertigation tanks.

H. Contractor shall be responsible for the maintenance and repair of the City’s three EZ025 fertigation tanks. Contractor shall be responsible for any damage they cause to the fertigation tanks at the expense of the Contractor. Any upgrades, modifications, or replacement of the fertigation tanks shall be at the expense of the City based on an agreed upon unit price. All repairs, replacements, and upgrades to the fertigation system shall become part of the maintenance and repair agreement and property of the City of Fountain Valley.

I. The Contractor shall submit a separate monthly invoice for completed fertigation applications. The City will only pay for actual services performed as specified in the General Provisions, Section 20.

37. PENALTY FOR NONCOMPLIANCE
A. Failure to comply with the scope of work for Fertigation and Fertigation System Maintenance – Sports Park shall result in a performance deduction of $250 per incident, per day.

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(A-6) SCOPE OF WORK FOR SHRUB, GROUNDCOVER, AND TREE
MAINTENANCE – SPORTS PARK

38. SHRUB, GROUNDCOVER, AND TREE MAINTENANCE (SPORTS PARK) A. Perform Shrub, Groundcover, and Tree Maintenance according to frequencies specified in Section A-6 herein and as specified in Section 63.

B. Contractor is responsible for removing all sucker growth from trunks of trees to a height of fourteen (14) feet. Trimming of trees is not required.

C. String trimmers shall not be used to trim around trees. Shrubs and groundcover shall be maintained a minimum of one (1) foot from the trunks of trees by use of appropriate chemicals.

D. Trim and prune shrubs to encourage healthy growth habits, natural form, and proportion. Restrict growth of shrubbery to area behind curbs and within planter beds by pruning. This work shall be performed as needed during weekly maintenance.

Under no circumstances shall hedge shears be used as a means of pruning.

E. Trimming and pruning of shrubs for vehicular and pedestrian clearance, visibility, access, plant health, and appearance shall be performed in accordance with the contractually required maintenance frequencies. This work shall be performed as needed during weekly maintenance.

F. Landscape planters shall be maintained at a 75% fill rate at all times. For planters that do not currently meet the required fill rate, a plan shall be submitted to achieve the fill rate by the end of the contract term.

G. All dead, diseased, and unsightly branches, vines, or other growth shall be removed as they develop.

H. All trees shall be fertilized and aerated by Contractor in accordance with the National Arborist Association Standard for Fertilizing Shade and Ornamental Trees, National Arborist Association Standards current edition.

I. All groundcover areas shall be trimmed and/or pruned to maintain neat but natural edges. All groundcover and flower bed areas shall be kept neatly edged and free of grass invasion.

J. Apply 15-15-15 commercial fertilizer to slope and all groundcover areas as often as required to promote a healthy appearance, a minimum of 2 times a year in March and August. Water thoroughly to prevent burning. Apply at the rate recommended by the manufacturer that is listed on the package.

K. Chemical edging of groundcover boundaries may be performed, subject to approval of the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative, in a manner that ensures a defined edge and limits encroachment into beds or across boundaries where it is impractical to edge mechanically. A twelve (12) inch barrier width shall be considered normal.

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L. Groundcover shall be trimmed or limited around valve boxes, meter boxes, backflow devices, park equipment, and other obstacles; and around sprinklers as needed to provide optimum water coverage.

M. Groundcover shall be renovated as needed. Renovation of groundcover shall include thinning and/or shearing of groundcover and fertilization; and may include bed cultivating and/or mulching, as appropriate to the species and conditions and as directed by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative.

N. Shearing: Only those plants specifically designated by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative shall be sheared. These plants may also require additional thinning to maintain a healthy condition.

O. Except as specifically directed by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative, groundcover plants shall be prevented from climbing utilities, shrubs, trees, and the like.

P. Remove and replace all dead shrubs and/or dead groundcover. The Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative shall be notified 48 hours in advance of the removal of any shrubs and/or dead groundcover.

Q. All trimming and debris shall be removed and properly disposed of immediately.

Renovation methods and timing shall be as approved by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative.

S. Walkways, asphalt, and hardscape shall be cleaned immediately following each maintenance event.

39. PLANT MATERIALS (SPORTS PARK)
A. Plant materials shall conform to the requirements of the Landscape Plan of the area and to "Horticultural Standards" of American Association of Nurserymen as to kind, size, age, etc.

B. Plans of record and specifications should be consulted to ensure correct identification of species. Substitutions may be allowed but only with the prior written approval of the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative.

C. Quality
• Plants shall be sound, healthy, and vigorous; be free from plant disease, and insect pests or their eggs; have healthy normal root systems; comply with all state and local regulations governing these matters; and be free from any noxious weeds.

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• All plant materials must be provided from a licensed nursery and shall be subject to acceptance as to quality by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative.

D. Plant Materials Guarantee
• Contractor shall replace, at no cost to the City, any plant materials planted by Contractor under this Contract which fail to establish, grow, live, and remain in healthy condition, regardless of the reason for said failure. • All plants shall be guaranteed for ninety (90) days from the date of acceptance of the job by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative. • Nothing in this section shall in any way reduce or remove Contractor’s responsibility as specified elsewhere in this Contract.

E. Newly planted areas shall receive special attention until plants are established.

Adequate water shall be applied to promote normal, healthy growth. Proper berms or basins shall be maintained during the establishment period.

40. MULCHING (SPORTS PARK)
A. A minimum three (3) inch layer of approved certified mulch shall be maintained in all tree, shrub, and groundcover areas. Mulch shall be placed in such a manner as to present a neat appearance, cover all bare soil, and not cover plant material or the bases of trees or shrubs.

B. All areas to receive mulch shall be free of weeds prior to mulching.

C. Mulch shall be maintained free of litter and foreign matter.

D. Contractor shall replenish mulch as required to maintain conditions specified in Section 40-A.

E. City shall pay the actual cost of mulch material(s) and delivery to City’s designated stockpile site(s) without markup for materials, labor, and equipment. Contractor shall supply, at its expense, all equipment and labor required to move mulch from the stockpile site(s) and to place mulch in required areas.

F. Mulching operation shall be accomplished in a timely manner, so that all material is removed, and stockpile site is left clean and level, all to the satisfaction of the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative. The Contractor shall implement appropriate and effective BMPs to ensure storm water pollution prevention compliance for all aspects of mulching operations at the designated storage site(s) and at mulching areas in the field.

G. City reserves the right to purchase and provide mulch to the Contractor. All other provisions of Section 40 shall be adhered to by the Contractor for City provided mulch.

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41. DISPOSAL OF MATERIALS (SPORTS PARK)
A. All debris produced as a result of the Contractor’s operations under this Contract will be reduced, reused, recycled, and/or transformed to the greatest extent possible. The Contractor is required to provide the Director of Public Works or his/her designee with documentation, such as bills of lading, describing the amount of material that was reduced, reused, or recycled; the method used; and where it was used as proof of final disposal.
• Reducing will include, but not be limited to, chipping, grinding, and/or shredding operations. Disposal is to be at a recycling yard for use in a tub grinding and/or mulching program.
• Reuse will include, but not be limited to, using chipped, ground, or shredded material as mulch. If the Contractor has a location outside the City where such mulch may be applied, the contractor is to provide the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative with documentation from the property owner indicating location and amount of material that will be used. • Recycling will include, but not be limited to, chipped, ground, or shredded plant material used to produce compost.

B. The City shall provide a general-purpose refuse bin and a green waste bin at the Maintenance Compound for the Contractor to utilize for work performed at the Sports Park.

C. Republic Services is the exclusive franchise waste hauler for the City. Per the terms of the City’s agreement with Republic Services, the City’s landscape maintenance contractor may dispose of all litter and debris collected within the City of Fountain Valley free of charge at the Republic Services Transfer Station located at 17121 Nichols Lane, Huntington Beach, CA 92647, consistent with historical averages. The City strongly encourages the Contractor to dump all waste collected under this Contract at the designated Republic Services Transfer Station. The Contractor shall only dispose of waste material collected as part of the contracted Sports Park, Parks, and Civic Facilities landscape maintenance services for the City of Fountain Valley.

The Contractor shall not import any debris collected outside the City’s boundaries.

Contractor shall make arrangements with Republic Services prior to commencement of contracted work to dispose of all City debris and litter collected from project areas at no cost to the Contractor or City.

Only Republic Services will be allowed to provide construction bins for rubbish disposal within the City of Fountain Valley.

D. Costs for disposal of materials, at locations other than the designated Republic Services Transfer Station, shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. No additional compensation for disposal shall be allowed.

E. The Contractor shall furnish copies of all weight tickets to the City on a monthly basis in compliance with State mandated reporting requirements.

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42. PENALTY FOR NONCOMPLIANCE
A. Failure to comply with the scope of work for Shrub, Groundcover, and Tree Maintenance – Sports Park shall result in a performance deduction of $250 per incident, per day.

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(A-7) SCOPE OF WORK FOR IRRIGATION AND IRRIGATION MAINTENANCE –

SPORTS PARK

43. IRRIGATION (SPORTS PARK)
A. Perform Irrigation and Irrigation Maintenance according to frequencies specified in Section A-7 herein and as specified in Section 63.

B. All landscaped and turf areas shall be irrigated, as required to maintain healthy adequate growth and appearance, with a schedule most conducive to plant growth.

The delivery of adequate moisture to the landscaped areas shall include, but not be limited to, hand watering, operation of manual valves, and proper utilization of automatic controllers and valves.

C. Contractor shall ensure that personnel operating irrigation systems are fully trained in all phases of landscape irrigation systems, thoroughly familiar with the particular equipment in use, and fully equipped and capable of performing proper programming and operation of the irrigation systems.

D. Irrigation system controllers shall be programmed by Contractor, at the direction of the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative. The Calsense system is currently deployed at the Sports Park. The Contactor shall notify the Public Works Director or his/her authorized representative of any adjustments to the irrigation system.

E. The City shall provide the Contractor with a special events schedule on a weekly basis.

The Contractor shall make adjustments to the irrigation schedule to ensure that special event areas are suitably dry and irrigation does not come on automatically and damage property or equipment.

F. Areas not provided with an automated irrigation system shall be hand watered by the Contractor. This includes situations where the automatic system is inoperable for any reason. The Contractor shall be responsible for providing all equipment, such as hoses, couplers, and nozzles to accomplish this task.

G. Watering shall be regulated to avoid interference with any use of roadways, paving, or decomposed granite walkways.

H. Controllers shall be set to operate during the period of lowest wind velocity, which would normally occur at night or early morning hours (between 10:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m.).

I. Supplemental watering may be performed outside of the time period specified in Section 43-H. The Contractor shall request permission to adjust schedules from the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative prior to changing approved irrigation schedules or performing other supplemental watering.

J. Irrigation shall be controlled in such a way as not to cause any excessively wet area, which could be damaged by mowing or other traffic.

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K. No irrigation shall be done during periods of measurable rain without prior approval of the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative.

L. The Contractor shall be responsible for replacing all plant materials that die or are permanently damaged due to excessive or insufficient watering.

44. IRRIGATION MAINTENANCE, REPAIR, AND TESTING (SPORTS PARK) A. Contractor shall provide labor, equipment, and parts (City shall provide parts above the monthly allowance) for maintenance of the irrigation system including repairs and replacements (whether due to damage, malfunction, vandalism, normal wear, or other cause) of all components except the following:

1. main lines

2. valves (control valves, ball valves, and the like, not including quick couplers)

3. pumps

4. automatic controllers and appurtenant devices (ET and rain gauge, antenna, and the like)

5. backflow devices

6. pressure regulators
These items shall be repaired or replaced by the Contractor as Extra Work, or by other forces, at the discretion of the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative.

B. Contractor shall notify Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative of any damaged, deficient, or inoperable irrigation component indicating the location, valve station number, problem, size, and type of irrigation equipment.

C. Repair or replacement of irrigation components that are identified as the Contractor's responsibility shall be completed before the next watering cycle or sooner to prevent damage to turf or landscaping, unless the repair is otherwise deemed urgent by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative.

D. Replacement of irrigation equipment shall be to City Standards, and with the same size and quality. Substitutes shall be approved by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative prior to any installation thereof.

E. The Contractor shall be responsible for the first $350 in replacement irrigation parts per calendar month. The contractor shall provide invoices for all repair parts in a given month to qualify for reimbursement above the initial $350. The contractor shall be compensated for actual cost of parts that exceed the $350 allowance without markup.

The Contractor shall not defer repairs from month to month in order to avoid payment of the initial $350 per month in parts.

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F. Contractor’s Irrigation Technician shall be fully trained in all phases of landscape irrigation systems, Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper (QWEL) certified, thoroughly familiar with the particular equipment in use, and fully equipped and capable of identifying and isolating problems and performing the proper programming, inspection, testing, repair, and maintenance of the irrigation systems. All of Contractor’s personnel working on irrigation systems, shall be appropriately trained and under the direct supervision of a qualified Irrigation Technician.

G. Contractor shall equip its Irrigation Technician at the Contractor’s own expense with a Calsense Radio Remote handheld remote valve actuator or other device capable of operating the City’s Calsense irrigation control system.

H. Prior to testing a system, Contractor shall inspect all irrigated areas, noting and marking with a flag marker any dry or stressed areas. During the course of the irrigation test, Contractor shall determine the cause of the noted deficiency and make needed repairs.

I. Contractor shall sequence controller(s) to each station to check the function of all facets of the irrigation system.

J. During irrigation testing Contractor shall:

1. Adjust all sprinkler heads to provide correct coverage, uniform precipitation, prevention of runoff and erosion, and prevention of excessive overspray onto adjacent areas.

2. Check for and correct all leaks, including pipes, risers, seals, turrets, etc.

3. Clean, flush, adjust, repair, or replace any equipment, head, nozzle, or component that is not functioning to manufacturer’s specifications.

4. Test with controller or remote (no bleeding), and adjust valves and heads to keep all systems operating at manufacturer's recommended operating pressures. Valve throttling and pressure gauging shall be employed to prevent excessive fogging.

5. Check valve boxes and covers. Repair or replace as needed to include the original branding identification number. Replace and secure cover bolts as needed.

6. Check for low-head drainage. Clean, repair, or replace malfunctioning or missing anti-drain devices, including in-head check devices.

K. Any unresolved system malfunction, damage, or deficiency shall be reported, including affected valve station(s) and other pertinent details, to the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative. Said reporting may be verbal or in writing at the discretion and to the satisfaction of the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative.

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L. In addition to regular testing, all irrigation systems shall be tested and inspected as necessary when damage is suspected, observed, or reported.

M. CITY shall be responsible for performing the annual certification of backflow devices.

N. All valve boxes shall be identified with heat-branded markings as directed by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative.

O. Contractor shall submit as-built drawings of all modifications to irrigation systems, including piping, relocation of equipment or sprinkler heads, replacement of heads with another make or model, changes in nozzling, and the like. As-built changes shall be completed to the satisfaction of the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative. As-built drawings shall be made neatly and legibly on a blue-line copy of the irrigation drawings supplied by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative and shall be submitted within 2 working days of completion of the work.

P. Frequencies of irrigation testing shall be one (1) time per month, or more frequently if problems or conditions indicate a need.

45. PENALTY FOR NONCOMPLIANCE
A. Failure to comply with the scope of work for Irrigation and Irrigation Maintenance – Sports Park shall result in a performance deduction of $250 per incident, per day.

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(A-8) SCOPE OF WORK FOR SPORTS FIELD MAINTENANCE – SPORTS PARK

46. FIELD MARKINGS / PAINTING (SPORTS PARK)
A. The Contractor shall be responsible for the layout and markings of soccer play surfaces on Fields A, B, C, D, E, and F. This shall be completed at least five times per contract year. Repainting of field markings shall be performed as often as needed due to use. The Contractor shall provide paint and equipment to perform this task. Paint must be approved for turf use.

B. Fields A, B, C, D, and E will require one regulation size layout as well as other smaller inlays in colors selected by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative. If needed, Field F will be laid out at the request of the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative.

C. The Contractor shall utilize a transit and string line to lay out fields. All markings shall be true to line and grade.

D. The Contractor shall refresh lines no less than every week or as needed.

E. The Contractor shall provide all paint for layout and refreshing of lines. Paint shall be in the color selected by the City and shall be approved for use on turf. Contractor shall submit paint and paint color for approval.

F. Layout and markings will be compliant with FIFA guidelines or as otherwise requested by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative.

47. GOAL POST PLACEMENT (SPORTS PARK)
A. The Contractor shall be responsible for the placement and removal of goal posts from Fields A, B, C, D, E, and F. The Contractor shall be responsible for securing the equipment as specified by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative when the fields are not scheduled.

B. Securing of Goal Posts shall be done in compliance with the “Guidelines for Movable Soccer Goal Safety” as submitted by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, January 1995.

C. The Contractor shall move up to 7 pairs of soccer goals a total of 7 times each per contract year or as directed by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative.

48. USER GROUP MAINTENANCE (SPORTS PARK)
A. The following user groups are responsible for the following maintenance of the identified fields, during the established periods. During all other times of the year, the Contractor shall be responsible for maintenance.
• Little League – Fields 12, 13, 14, and 15
o First Monday in February to July 31

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o Drag, water, and line infields
o Cut arcs and diamonds
o Mow and maintain infield grass
• Pony Baseball – Fields 8, 9, 10, and 11
o First Monday in February to August 15
o Drag, water, and line infields
o Cut arcs and diamonds
• Fountain Valley Girls Fast Pitch Softball – Fields 5, 6, and 7 o First Monday in February to June 30
o Drag, water, and line infields
o Cut arcs and diamonds

49. PENALTY FOR NONCOMPLIANCE
A. Failure to comply with the scope of work for Sports Field Maintenance – Sports Park shall result in a performance deduction of $250 per incident, per day.

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(A-9) SCOPE OF WORK FOR INFIELD MAINTENANCE – SPORTS PARK

50. MARKING / CHALK / PAINT (SPORTS PARK)
A. The Contractor shall be responsible for chalking Fields 1-4 Monday through Friday.

B. Paint approved for turf shall be applied as specified on a weekly basis or more often as needed. The Contractor shall provide paint and equipment to perform this task.

C. The Contractor shall be responsible for painting the outfield foul lines on Fields 1-15 weekly, at a minimum.

D. The Contractor shall paint a co-ed arc in the outfield of Fields 1-7 on a weekly basis.

Arcs shall extend from foul line to foul line at 180 linear feet from home plate.

51. SKIN / BASELINE AREAS (SPORTS PARK)
A. Maintain a level surface with uniform consistency throughout the areas. The daily work is dictated by the scheduling in the RecTrac programing software. Problem areas include edges, player position areas, sliding areas, and lead-off areas.

Daily: Drag, level, rake, wet down, chalk
Every 2 Weeks: Scarify 1/2” deep, level depressions
Monthly: Re-screen surface, scarify, add calcined clay, level Every 2 Months: Add soil conditioner
Annually: Scarify, add Angel Mix as needed, laser level, add calcinated clay as needed
B. Contractor shall use a walk behind rotary spreader to spread calcined clay conditioner onto the skinned infield surface in an even pattern being careful not to throw any materials onto turf or hardscape. The contractor shall be responsible for supplying the calcined clay conditioner. The Contractor may be required to apply up to 20 bags of calcined clay to an infield at one time.

C. Contractor shall spread Lesco Turface All Sport Soil Conditioner, or equivalent approved by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative, onto the skinned infield surface in an even pattern being careful not to throw any materials onto turf or hardscape. The Contractor shall be responsible for supplying the Lesco Turf All Sport Soil Conditioner. The Contractor may be required to apply up to 30 bags of Lesco Turf All Sport Soil Conditioner to an infield at one time.

D. Contractor shall spread Turface Gamesaver Sports Field Conditioner, or equivalent approved by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative, on infield when needed after rain/inclement weather. The Contractor may be required to apply up to 20 bags of Turface Gamesaver Sports Field Conditioner to an infield at one time.

52. SKIN / BASELINE AREAS – BALLFIELD CLOSURE MAINTENCE (SPORTS PARK) A. Contractor shall perform the following infield maintenance during periods of ballfield closure.

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B. Maintain a level surface with uniform consistency throughout the areas. Problem areas include edges, player position areas, sliding areas, and lead-off areas.

Daily: Drag, level, rake, wet down
Every 2 Weeks: Scarify 1/2” deep, level depressions
Monthly: Re-screen surface, scarify, add calcined clay, level Every 2 Months: Add soil conditioner
Annually: Scarify, add Angel Mix as needed, laser level, add calcinated clay as needed
C. Contractor shall use a walk behind rotary spreader to spread calcined clay conditioner onto the skinned infield surface in an even pattern being careful not to throw any materials onto turf or hardscape. The contractor shall be responsible for supplying the calcined clay conditioner. The Contractor may be required to apply up to 20 bags of calcined clay to an infield at one time.

D. Contractor shall spread Lesco Turface All Sport Soil Conditioner, or equivalent approved by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative, onto the skinned infield surface in an even pattern being careful not to throw any materials onto turf or hardscape. The Contractor shall be responsible for supplying the Lesco Turf All Sport Soil Conditioner. The Contractor may be required to apply up to 30 bags of Lesco Turf All Sport Soil Conditioner to an infield at one time.

53. DRAGGING EQUIPMENT / TECHNIQUES (SPORTS PARK)
A. The following dragging techniques shall be applied to all baseball/softball infields. All dragging should avoid the grass edges by staying at least one foot away – the area next to the grass edge shall be hand raked towards the infield.

B. Scarifying drag: Loosen and mix the top 1/2” of skin material (clay) with the conditioner (topdressing) material typically consisting of calcinated or vitrified clay. Scarifying drags also level the cleat marks created in the skin base clay. Baselines shall be dragged by hand if there is grass on both sides.

C. Leveling drag: Fill in minor swales created from sliding and concentrated cleat activity at the player position areas and baselines. Use caution when dragging near the grass edges to avoid moving any loose soil into the grass thus creating a lip problem. For best results on the skin area, dragging with a level drag should be in circles with a minimum turning radius of the equipment used to pull the drag. A medium turning radius at a slow speed prevents the tires on the equipment from digging into the clay base. Keeping the turning radius the same and overlapping the drag width halfway from the previous drag pass will help ensure a more uniform and level surface.

D. Grooming drag: Puts the finishing touches on the leveling process by eliminating any ridges created by the scarifying and leveling drags. It also helps establish a more uniform distribution of the conditioner or topdressing material.

54. EDGES (SPORTS PARK) – All sports field infield turf and back radius of softball fields shall be edged to maintain a neat, clean edge that defines a clear delineation between turf

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and infield surface. Straight runs of infield turf shall be edged and maintained in a straight (Not Curving) line. The Contractor shall use a string line to ensure the straight edge is maintained. All grass clippings and Bermuda runners are to be removed and infield mix retained and raked back to edge of turf. Proper field dimensions for baseball and softball infields shall be maintained as directed by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative at all times. If the straight line of infield turf or proper ball field dimensions are not maintained, the Contractor will reestablish the straight line or proper field dimensions with new sod. The new sod will match the existing turf conditions. Old turf will be removed to the extent necessary to allow the repairs to be completed using a full width cut of new sod. This repair work will be at the direction and timing of the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative.

Daily: Rake/broom level
Every 2 Weeks: Maintain level grade
Monthly: Re-screen surface, scarify, add calcined clay, level Annually: Scarify, add Angel Mix as needed, laser level, add calcinated clay as needed

55. MOISTURE MANAGEMENT (SPORTS PARK) – The key component to any good infield skin and baseline is proper moisture within the soil profile. Proper moisture can take a poor performing infield and turn it into one of superior performance.

Daily Maintenance: Apply even moisture

56. PITCHER’S MOUND / HOME PLATE AREA (SPORTS PARK)
Daily pitcher’s mound and home plate maintenance is required.

Repair holes on the mound and in the batter and catcher boxes utilizing this 5-step process:
• Step 1: Using a kitchen broom remove all loose soil from holes – the base of the hole should be firm and hard.
• Step 2: Using a pump-up sprayer or a hose with an on/off nozzle set to a trickle, wet the base of the hole to the point where the clay in the bottom of the hole becomes sticky and slightly slimy – make sure the edges of the hole are wet as well.
• Step 3: Add moist clay material to the hole.
• Step 4: Compact the applied clay material with a tamper making sure the compaction is occurring throughout the entire area of the hole. Compact area until it is level with the surrounding surface.
• Step 5: Keep clay moist for best playability and minimal disruption – apply light amounts of water as needed to prevent clay from drying out and cracking.

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Key mound repair areas will include the launch area (next to the rubber), the landing area (approximately 5 feet down the slope from the rubber), and the follow-through area (approximately 3 feet to the right and left of the landing area).

Key home plate areas will include the holes in both batter’s boxes, the catcher’s box, the start line toward 1st base (typically located just outside the right batter’s box and in line with the foul line), and the sliding area into home plate from 3rd base side.

57. MOUND MAINTENANCE (SPORTS PARK)
Daily: Repair holes with clay
Every 2 Weeks: Reestablish perch/slope
Monthly: Reestablish circle, reestablish height
Annually: Reestablish circle, height, perch, and slope; rotate rubber.

Laser level/grading to be scheduled first week after field closure.

Schedule for laser level/grading must be submitted a minimum of 6 months prior to commencement of work.

58. BATTER’S BOXES (SPORTS PARK)
Daily: Repair holes with clay
Every 2 Weeks: Re-level area

59. BULLPEN MAINTENANCE (SPORTS PARK)
Daily: Clean, sweep, and remove debris
Annually: Rotate pitching rubber and home plate

60. BASELINE MAINTENANCE (SPORTS PARK)
Daily: Drag, level, rake, chalk
Every 2 Weeks: Power edge, scarify, level
Monthly: Add Angel Mix as needed
Annually: Edge, scarify, laser level

61. BASE MAINTENANCE (SPORTS PARK)
Daily: Check anchors/sleeves, and rubber
Every 2 Weeks: Paint white on Fridays with paint diluted 10:1 (water:paint) Monthly: Repair/replace as needed
Annually: Repair/replace as needed

62. PENALTY FOR NONCOMPLIANCE
A. Failure to comply with the scope of work for Infield Maintenance – Sports Park shall result in a performance deduction of $250 per incident, per day.

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63. MAINTENANCE FREQUENCIES – SPORTS PARK
The following maintenance frequencies shall apply to the following tasks at the Sports Park:

Irrigation Maintenance 2
Testing 4
Turf Maintenance
Mowing (Varies per A-3) 2
Edging 2
Trimming 2
Pruning 2
Weed Control 2
Clipping Removal 2
String Trim 2
Fertigation 8
Fertilize 5
Aerate/Thatch 10
Winter Overseeding 7
Pest Control 3
Visual Inspection 2
Planters & Groundcover Maint. daily 1
Edging 2 weekly 2
Trimming 4 every 2 weeks 3
Cultivate 5 monthly 4
Weed Control 2 every 2 months 5
Fertilize 6 quarterly 6
Pest Control 8 annually 7
Shrub Maintenance as needed 8
Weed Control 2 2x per year 9
Trimming 4 9x per year 10
Pruning 4
Fertilize 9
Pest Control 8
Tree Maintenance
Fertilize 7
Restake/Check 8
Pest Control 8
Hardscape Maintenance
Gutters, Curbs, Sidewalks, & Misc. Asphalt and Concrete 1 Playground Maintenance
Washing/Power Washing Playground Equipment 6
Washing/Power Washing Playground Surface 5
Trash and Litter Pickup – includes sweeping/blowing off pour-in place rubber surface material 1
Drinking Fountain Maintenance 1
DG Walkway 8

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SCHEDULE “B” – PARKS

64. STAFFING – The Contractor shall supply a dedicated crew to perform the landscape maintenance at the Parks (Schedule “B”) and Civic Facilities (Schedule “C”). Based on experience, the City has found that the ideal work force, in addition to any supervisors or specialist positions, is a minimum of seven (7) full-time maintenance workers for the Parks & Civic Facilities.

65. PARKS INVENTORY – SCHEDULE “B” – The following represents the City’s Parks inventory to be maintained under this Agreement. *The measurements are approximate, and all measurements shall be verified by the contractor prior to submitting a bid.

B-1
Allen Park 16149 Mesquite Street

3.90 Acres*
B-2
Colony Park

0.68 Acres*
10252 Circulo de Juarez
B-3
Cordata Park

6.23 Acres*
18761 Cordata Street
B-4
Courreges Park

12.31 Acres*
8664 Rogue River Avenue
B-5
Ellis Park

3.02 Acres*
10301 Ellis Avenue
B-6
Fulton Park

13.27 Acres*
8620 El Lago Avenue
B-7
Harper Park 8675 Bluebird Avenue

8.14 Acres*
B-8
Helm Park 9170 Helm Avenue

3.10 Acres*
B-9
La Capilla Park 9720 La Capilla Avenue

2.37 Acres*

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B-10
Los Alamos Park 17901 Los Alamos Street

3.99 Acres*
B-11
McDowell Park 17200 Oak Street

1.00 Acre*
B-12
Moiola Park 9770 Finch Avenue

1.12 Acres*
B-13
Monroe Park 11370 Mount Bodie Avenue

3.80 Acres*
B-14
Nieblas Park 9300 Gardenia Avenue

1.00 Acre*
B-15
Plavan Park 9745 Warner Avenue

2.06 Acres*
B-16
Stonecress Park 11240 Stonecress Avenue

2.22 Acres*
B-17
Vista View Park 9235 Honeysuckle Avenue

3.03 Acres*
B-18
Westmont Park 8640 El Rancho Avenue

11.39 Acres*
B-19
Extra Work** Stipulated Amount
** Extra Work is not guaranteed and is subject to approval by the City.

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SCHEDULE “B” – BASE SCOPE OF WORK FOR PARKS

66. SHRUB, GROUNDCOVER, AND TREE MAINTENANCE (PARKS)
A. Contractor is responsible for removing all sucker growth from trunks of trees to a height of fourteen (14) feet. Trimming of trees is not required.

B. String trimmers shall not be used to trim around trees. Shrubs and groundcover shall be maintained a minimum of one (1) foot from the trunks of trees by use of appropriate chemicals.

C. A 36-inch diameter circle shall be established and/or maintained around young trees with immature bark or caliper of less than 6 inches. Circles may include a watering basin, and/or a 3-inch-deep layer of mulch, where appropriate, as directed by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative. Circles shall be kept free of weeds and grasses by use of appropriate chemicals.

Under no circumstances shall hedge shears be used as a means of pruning.

E. Trim and prune shrubs for vehicular and pedestrian clearance, visibility, access, plant health, and appearance. Major shrub pruning/trimming shall be performed in accordance with the contractually required maintenance frequencies. Shrubs shall be pruned as required to ensure clear vehicular and pedestrian visibility and clearance.

The Contractor shall eliminate all obstructions within 2 working days of written notification.

F. Plant material encroaching onto or from City property shall be trimmed back to property line. Plants growing over fences and sidewalks from private property adjacent to contracted areas shall be trimmed back to the property line to a height of 14 feet. This work shall be performed as needed during weekly maintenance.

G. All dead, diseased, and unsightly branches, vines, or other growth shall be removed as they develop. This work shall be performed as needed during weekly maintenance.

H. All groundcover areas shall be trimmed/pruned to maintain neat but natural edges. All groundcover and flower bed areas shall be kept neatly edged and free of grass invasion. This work shall be performed as needed during weekly maintenance.

I. Plants growing over curbing and/or sidewalks shall be maintained even with the edge of sidewalk or curb and be trimmed on a natural taper rather than vertical so as not to appear to be hedged. This work shall be performed as needed during weekly maintenance.

J. Chemical edging of groundcover boundaries may be performed, subject to approval of the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative, in a manner that ensures a defined edge and limits encroachment into beds or across boundaries

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where it is impractical to edge mechanically. A twelve (12) inch barrier width shall be considered normal.

K. Groundcover shall be trimmed or limited around valve boxes, meter boxes, backflow devices, park equipment, and other obstacles, and around sprinklers as needed to provide optimum water coverage.

L. Groundcover shall be renovated as needed. Renovation of groundcover shall include thinning and/or shearing of groundcover and fertilization; and may include bed cultivating and/or mulching, as appropriate to the species and conditions and as directed by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative.

M. Shearing: Only those plants specifically designated by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative shall be sheared. These plants may also require additional thinning to maintain a healthy condition.

N. Except as specifically directed by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative, groundcover plants shall be prevented from climbing utilities, shrubs, trees, and the like.

O. Remove all dead shrubs and/or dead groundcover. The Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative shall be notified 48 hours in advance of the removal of any shrubs and/or dead groundcover.

P. All trimming and debris shall be removed and properly disposed of immediately at Contractor’s expense.

Q. Flowering plants shall be maintained free of excessive spent blooms, flower stalks, and the like as needed during weekly maintenance. Plants shall be renovated following peak bloom, and as needed, to produce optimum color production and plant health. Renovation methods and timing shall be as approved by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative.

R. Walkways, asphalt, and hardscape shall be cleaned immediately following each maintenance event.

67. ICE PLANT (PARKS)
A. Ice Plant must be trimmed not more than one (1) foot from curb or back of sidewalk (as determined by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative) to prevent growth onto the sidewalks, curb and gutter, or any other areas that are not intended to be covered. Cuttings and debris shall be removed same day.

68. TURF MOWING (PARKS)
A. All turf mowing/edging operations shall be performed weekly throughout the contract period.

B. Turf edging shall be performed with a fixed blade edger. All edges shall be smooth, uniform, and clean in appearance.

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C. Mowing shall be performed in a workmanlike manner that ensures a smooth surface appearance without scalping or allowing excessive cuttings to remain. Clippings need not be collected unless clippings are excessive and/or visible, or as directed by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative.

D. Turf mowing height shall be varied dependent upon season. Normally, turf shall be mowed to a height of 2 1/2 inches March 1 through September 30. Normally, turf shall be mowed to a height of 2 inches from October 1 through February 28. Mowing heights may be altered dependent upon weather conditions as directed by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative.

E. All walkways, roadways, trails, parking lots, or other areas dirtied by mowing operations shall be cleaned and all debris disposed of off-site prior to the completion of that day's mowing operations or the end of the day, whichever occurs first.

F. All mowing missed due to inclement weather or ground conditions from such weather shall be rescheduled and completed the following working day. If adverse weather or wet ground conditions persist, the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative may authorize a change in the approved schedule.

G. All trash, paper products, and fecal matter shall be removed before mowing begins and will not be run over by mowing equipment. All grass, leaves, and other debris generated by the Contractor’s operations shall be removed and properly disposed.

H. Turf shall be mowed with a mower appropriate to the particular turf type being mowed.

Equipment shall be properly maintained, cleaned, adjusted, and sharpened.

I. All mowing equipment shall be thoroughly cleaned following each mowing operation and prior to being transported to any other site.

J. The Contractor shall be responsible for any neglected, stressed, or damaged areas due to lack of proper maintenance. Should the Contractor fail to remedy the conditions, the City shall cause the same to occur at the expense of the Contractor.

K. Care shall be exercised during the mowing operation to prevent damage to trees and other obstacles located within the turf areas such as irrigation heads, irrigation valve boxes, quick couplers/boxes, electrical boxes, or fixtures. Do not mow areas that are wet. Alternate mowing patterns whenever possible to prevent wheel ruts. If ruts are made, or damages incurred, Contractor will immediately schedule repairs at their expense.

L. Animal and human fecal matter shall be removed during weekly maintenance operations and as needed.

69. WEED CONTROL (PARKS)
A. All areas shall receive diligent control of weeds by mechanical removal and employing all industry-recognized, legal methods, including Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Standards, as approved by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized

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representative.

B. The following areas shall be kept weed free at all times: turf areas; shrub areas; groundcover beds; planters; cracks in paved areas, including curbs and asphalt; all hardscapes; and areas covered with mulch or ornamental rock. In addition, all shrub beds, planters, and other landscaped areas shall be maintained weed free. No dyes shall be used when applying liquid weed control to paved and non-concrete walkways.

C. Chemical applications shall be done as needed. Weeds, which grow from or spread by underground stolons, tubers, and the like, such as Bermuda Grass, Nutgrass, and Ragweed, shall be controlled using appropriate chemical controls. Said weeds shall not be physically removed until chemical action is complete.

D. Inspect, spot treat, or mechanically remove weeds as necessary. Hand weeding or spot treatment of all areas is to be performed as often as necessary to ensure a weed free condition.

E. Apply appropriate pre-emergent herbicides to prevent germination of known problem weeds. Target weeds shall include, but are not limited to, Kikuyu, Bermuda, Nutgrass, Crabgrass, Ragweed, Poa, Spurge, Oxalis, and annual weeds and grasses.

F. Pre-emergent herbicide materials to be used shall be as approved by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative. Materials to be used shall be those best suited to the control of the target weeds in the given planting.

G. Pre-emergent herbicide applications shall be carefully scheduled as approved by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative and shall be made per label instructions for optimum control. Scheduling of pre-emergent herbicide applications shall be reflected on the annual calendar along with notation identifying material name and target weeds.

H. Pre-emergent herbicide applications shall be made annually and as required for optimum control of target weeds.

I. Contractor shall be responsible for the results of application of all herbicides and chemicals. Plants killed or severely injured by the use of herbicides shall be replaced at no cost to the City with the nearest size nursery stock available to the dead or severely damaged plant. All replacements must be made within fifteen days upon discovery by Contractor and/or City representative.

J. The Contractor shall provide any legally required posting prior to utilizing herbicides and shall remove the postings at the appropriate time.

70. DISEASE AND PEST CONTROL (PARKS)
A. The Contractor shall provide complete and continuous control and/or eradication of all plant pests or diseases. All landscaped areas shall be maintained free of disease and insects that could cause or promote damage to plant materials, including, but not limited to, trees, shrubs, groundcover, and turf.

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B. The Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative shall be notified immediately of any disease, insects, or unusual conditions that might develop.

C. A disease control program to prevent all common diseases from causing serious damage shall be provided and utilized on an as needed basis. Disease control shall be achieved utilizing materials and rates recommended by a California Pest Control Advisor and/or Qualified Applicator Licensed (QAL) / Qualified Applicator Certified (QAC) applicator at the Contractor’s expense.

D. Contractor shall eradicate or remove bees, ants, gophers, rodents, and other pests, which the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative deems to be a public hazard or nuisance, utilizing Integrated Pest Management (IPM) standards.

Contractor shall have bees safely removed by a beekeeper whenever possible.

Contractor shall arrange for and assume the expense of such operations, if not under its immediate capabilities, within a 24-hour period after notification from the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative.

E. Gophers and other rodents shall be eliminated immediately by appropriate, approved exterminating techniques (traps, poison, etc.).

F. Frequency of disease and pest control operations shall be daily as needed. Contractor must notify the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative fifteen (15) City business days in advance before applying pest control chemicals.

G. Monthly, the Contractor shall complete a pesticide spray log for any pesticides used. (Failure to submit this log to City representative will result in a Performance Deficiency Reduction.)
H. When using pesticides, the instructions on the label shall be followed explicitly and special care shall be exercised in application.

I. Contractor may also, at their expense, hire a QAL private pest control company to conduct rodent control. Contractor will need to provide to the City – company name, address, contact person, contact person’s phone number, and proper insurance. Any damage caused by private pest control companies shall be repaired at landscape contractor’s expense.

J. The Contractor shall provide any legally required posting prior to utilizing pesticides and shall remove the postings at the appropriate time.

71. USE OF CHEMICALS (PARKS)
A. Contractor shall comply with all rules and regulations of the Department of Food and Agriculture, the Department of Health, the Department of Industrial Relations, and all other agencies which govern the use and application of chemicals required in the performance of the work. Chemicals shall include, but not be limited to, fertilizers, herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, rodenticides, germicides, nematicides, bactericides, inhibitors, fumigants, defoliants, desiccants, soil sterilants, and repellents.

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B. Contractor shall apply spray chemicals when air currents are motionless preventing drifting onto adjacent property and preventing any toxic exposure to persons whether or not they are in, or near, the project.

C. All chemical applications shall be recommended and supervised by the Contractor’s Pest Control Advisor and/or Qualified Applicator Licensed (QAL) / Qualified Applicator Certified (QAC) applicator.

D. Contractor shall submit a schedule of work, plus the names of any chemicals used, outlining date, location, and work to be performed, four (4) days prior to the week of work. Said schedule shall be submitted to the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative.

E. The Contractor shall obtain any necessary permits to comply with City, County, State or Federal regulations or laws prior to commencement of work.

F. Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and sample labels shall be provided to the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative for all products and chemicals used within the City.

G. Contractor will assume responsibility and liability for the use of all chemical controls.

Pests and diseases to be controlled include, but are not limited to, all vertebrates, insects, aphids, mites, invertebrates, pathogens, and nematodes. Controls to include necessary use of integrated pest control systems involving the use of life history information and extensive monitoring. Control through prevention, cultural practices, pesticide applications, exclusion, natural enemies, biological control, and host resistance.

H. All material use shall be in strict accordance and applied within the most current Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations and the California Food and Agricultural Code.

I. City shall be notified prior to applications of pesticides and other chemicals. Pesticide applications shall be recorded on the Maintenance Schedule and coordinated with the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative. Material use reports of all pesticides and chemicals shall be filed with the City no later than the 10th of the following month. Contractor shall provide an annual report to the City.

J. Application of Pesticides – Contractor shall follow all label recommendations in addition to the following.

1. Timing: Pesticides shall be applied at times which limit the possibility of contamination from climatic or other factors and at the proper life cycle of the pests. Early morning application shall be used, when possible, to avoid contamination from drift. Applicator shall monitor forecast weather conditions to avoid making application prior to inclement weather to eliminate potential runoff of treated areas.

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2. Irrigation water applied after treatment shall be reduced to eliminate runoff.

When water is required to increase pesticide efficiency, it shall be applied only in quantities that each area is capable of receiving without runoff.

3. Handling of Pesticides: Care shall be taken in transferring and mixing pesticides to prevent contaminating areas outside the target area. Application methods shall be used that ensure materials are confined to the target area.

Spray tanks containing leftover materials shall not be drained on the site.

Disposal of pesticides and tank rinsing materials shall be within the guidelines established in the State of California Food and Agricultural Code or EPA regulations.

4. Equipment and Methods: Spray equipment shall be in good operating condition, quality, and design to efficiently and effectively apply materials to the target area. Minimize drift by avoiding high-pressure applications and using water-soluble drift agents.

5. Selection of Materials: Pesticides shall be selected from those materials, which characteristically have the lowest residual persistence. Emulsifiable concentrates shall be used, when possible, to limit windblown particles. The use of adjuvants will be to increase pesticide efficiency thereby reducing the total amount of technical material required to gain control.

6. Substitutions: Whenever a specific type of material is specified, no substitutions shall be allowed without the written consent of the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative.

7. Certification of Materials: All materials shall be delivered on the site in original unopened containers. Materials shall be subject to inspection by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative.

8. All areas of the landscape shall be inspected on a weekly basis for infestations of harmful pests such as gophers, rabbits, squirrels, ants, insects, mites, snails, and sow bugs. Plants shall be observed closely for leaves that may be blotched, blighted, deformed, mildewed, rusted, scorched, discolored, defoliated, or wilted.

9. Identify the cause of injury and consult a State of California Pest Control Advisor and/or QAL / QAC applicator before application of chemical treatments.

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iii. There shall be no application of a pesticide without written permission of the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative. iv. In cases where a Restricted Use Pesticide is recommended, the City must be in receipt of the use permit issued only by the County of Orange Agricultural Commissioner’s office to the Contractor.

72. PLANT MATERIALS (PARKS)
A. Plant materials shall conform to the requirements of the Landscape Plan of the area and to "Horticultural Standards" of American Association of Nurserymen as to kind, size, age, etc.

C. Quality
• Plants shall be sound, healthy, and vigorous; be free from plant disease, insect pests or their eggs; have healthy normal root systems; comply with all state and local regulations governing these matters; and be free from any noxious weeds. • All plant materials must be provided from a licensed nursery and shall be subject to acceptance as to quality by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative.

E. Newly planted areas shall receive special attention until plants are established.

Adequate water shall be applied to promote normal, healthy growth. Proper berms or basins shall be maintained during the establishment period.

73. MULCHING (PARKS)
A. A minimum three (3) inch layer of approved certified mulch shall be maintained in all tree, shrub, and groundcover areas. Mulch shall be placed in such a manner as to present a neat appearance, cover all bare soil, and not cover plant material or the bases of trees or shrubs.

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B. All areas to receive mulch shall be free of weeds prior to mulching.

C. Mulch shall be maintained free of litter and foreign matter.

D. Contractor shall replenish mulch as required to maintain conditions specified in Section 73-A.

E. CITY shall pay the actual cost of mulch material(s) and delivery to City’s designated stockpile site(s) without markup for materials, labor, and equipment. Contractor shall supply, at its expense, all equipment and labor required to move mulch from the stockpile site(s) and to place mulch in required areas.

F. Mulching operation shall be accomplished in a timely manner, so that all material is removed and stockpile site is left clean and level, all to the satisfaction of the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative. The Contractor shall implement appropriate and effective BMPs to ensure storm water pollution prevention compliance for all aspects of mulching operations at the designated storage site(s) and at mulching areas in the field.

G. City reserves the right to purchase and provide mulch to the Contractor. All other provisions of Section 73 shall be adhered to by the Contractor for City provided mulch.

74. LITTER, LEAF, AND DEBRIS CONTROL (PARKS)
A. Remove all litter, paper, glass, trash, fecal matter, undesirable materials, silt, and other accumulated debris from all areas to be maintained.

B. Complete policing, litter pick up, and supplemental hand sweeping of edges, corners, and other areas inaccessible to power equipment shall be accomplished to ensure a neat appearance.

C. Accumulation of leaves and debris shall be removed from all landscaped and hardscaped areas except as specifically directed by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative.

D. Raking should not be used in groundcover or mulched areas except to remove heavy accumulation of leaves and debris. When raking is necessary, it should be done lightly, taking care not to damage plants or displace mulch.

E. Increases in frequencies of clean-ups for seasonal plant defoliation and additional clean-up after storms shall be the Contractor’s responsibility.

F. Removal of litter shall occur at the frequencies specified in the Contract.

G. Contractor shall employ appropriate safety equipment and procedures for litter removal.

H. Contractor shall remove all private signage, including, but not limited to, garage sales, real estate, etc. (excluding political/campaign signs) on a continuous basis. The

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removed signs shall be returned to the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative. Political/campaign signs shall be reported to the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative for removal by City staff. Posting of such signs is in violation of Municipal Ordinance.

75. DISPOSAL OF MATERIALS (PARKS)
A. All debris produced as a result of the Contractor’s operations under this Contract will be reduced, reused, recycled and/or transformed to the greatest extent possible. The Contractor is required to provide the Director of Public Works or his/her designee with documentation, such as bills of lading, describing the amount of material that was reduced, reused, or recycled; the method used; and where it was used as proof of final disposal.
• Reducing will include, but not be limited to, chipping, grinding, and/or shredding operations. Disposal is to be at a recycling yard for use in a tub grinding and/or mulching program.
• Reuse will include, but not be limited to, using chipped, ground, or shredded material as mulch. If the Contractor has a location outside the City where such mulch may be applied, the contractor is to provide the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative with documentation from the property owner indicating location and amount of material that will be used. • Recycling will include, but not be limited to, chipped, ground, or shredded plant material used to produce compost.

B. Republic Services is the exclusive franchise waste hauler for the City. Per the terms of the City’s agreement with Republic Services, the City’s landscape maintenance contractor may dispose of all litter and debris collected within the City of Fountain Valley free of charge at the Republic Services Transfer Station located at 17121 Nichols Lane, Huntington Beach, CA 92647, consistent with historical averages. The City strongly encourages the Contractor to dump all waste collected under this Contract at the designated Republic Services Transfer Station. The Contractor shall only dispose of waste material collected as part of the contracted Sports Park, Parks, and Civic Facilities landscape maintenance services for the City of Fountain Valley.

The Contractor shall not import any debris collected outside the City’s boundaries.

Only Republic Services will be allowed to provide construction bins for rubbish disposal within the City of Fountain Valley.

C. Costs for disposal of materials, at locations other than the designated Republic Services Transfer Station, shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. No additional compensation for disposal shall be allowed.

D. The Contractor shall furnish copies of all weight tickets to the City on a monthly basis

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in compliance with State mandated reporting requirements.

76. IRRIGATION (PARKS)
A. All landscaped areas shall be irrigated, as required to maintain healthy adequate growth and appearance, with a schedule most conducive to plant growth. The delivery of adequate moisture to the landscaped areas shall include, but not be limited to, hand watering, operation of manual valves, and proper utilization of automatic controllers and valves.

B. Monthly, the Contractor shall perform irrigation testing. Testing shall include operation of all irrigation systems to check for proper condition and reliability. Contractor shall take immediate steps to correct any observed irregularities and submit a written report regarding such circumstances to the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative.

D. Contractor shall be responsible for performing all specified irrigation tasks including, but not limited to, testing, adjustments, repairs, replacements, and supplemental watering. Contractor shall notify the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative immediately of any deficiencies in irrigation at these sites.

E. Irrigation system controllers shall be programmed by Contractor with current schedules provided to the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative monthly or sooner if modifications are performed.

G. Watering shall be regulated to avoid interference with any use of roadways, paving, or walkways.

H. Controllers shall be set to operate during the period of lowest wind velocity, which would normally occur at night or early morning hours or as specified by City ordinances.

I. Irrigation shall be controlled in such a way as not to cause any excessively wet area, which could be damaged by mowing or other traffic.

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J. No irrigation shall be done during periods of measurable rain without prior approval of the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative.

K. The Contractor shall be responsible for replacing all plant materials that die or are permanently damaged due to excessive or insufficient watering.

77. IRRIGATION MAINTENANCE, REPAIR, AND TESTING (PARKS) A. Contractor shall provide labor, equipment, and parts (City shall provide parts above the monthly allowance) for maintenance of the irrigation system including repairs and replacements (whether due to damage, malfunction, vandalism, normal wear, or other cause) of all components except the following:

1. main lines

2. valves (control valves, ball valves, and the like, not including quick couplers)

3. automatic controllers and appurtenant devices (ET and rain gauge, antenna, and the like)

4. backflow devices

5. pressure regulators

6. flow sensors
These items shall be repaired or replaced by the Contractor as Extra Work, or by other forces, at the discretion of the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative.

D. Replacement of irrigation equipment shall be to City Standards, and of the same size and quality. Substitutes shall be approved by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative prior to any installation thereof.

E. The Contractor shall be responsible for the first $200 in replacement irrigation parts per calendar month. The contractor shall provide invoices for all repair parts in a given month to qualify for reimbursement above the initial $200. The contractor shall be compensated for actual cost of parts that exceed the $200 allowance without markup.

The Contractor shall not defer repairs from month to month in order to avoid payment of the initial $200 per month in parts.

F. Contractor’s Irrigation Technician shall be fully trained in all phases of landscape irrigation systems, Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper (QWEL) certified, thoroughly familiar with the particular equipment in use, and fully equipped and capable of

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identifying and isolating problems and performing the proper programming, inspection, testing, repair, and maintenance of the irrigation systems. All of Contractor’s personnel working on irrigation systems shall be appropriately trained and under the direct supervision of a qualified Irrigation Technician.

I. Contractor shall sequence controller(s) to each station to check the function of all facets of the irrigation system.

J. During irrigation testing Contractor shall:

1. Adjust all sprinkler heads to provide correct coverage, uniform precipitation, prevention of runoff and erosion, and prevention of excessive overspray onto adjacent areas.

2. Check for and correct all leaks, including pipes, risers, seals, turrets, etc.

3. Clean, flush, adjust, repair, or replace any equipment, head, nozzle, or component that is not functioning to manufacturer’s specifications.

4. Test with controller or remote (no bleeding) and adjust valves and heads to keep all systems operating at manufacturer's recommended operating pressures.

Valve throttling and pressure gauging shall be employed to prevent excessive fogging.

5. Check valve boxes and covers. Repair or replace as needed to include the original branding identification number. Replace and secure cover bolts as needed.

6. Check for low-head drainage. Clean, repair, or replace malfunctioning or missing anti-drain devices, including in-head check devices.

L. In addition to regular testing, all irrigation systems shall be tested and inspected as necessary when damage is suspected, observed, or reported.

M. CITY shall be responsible for performing the annual certification of backflow devices.

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N. All valve boxes shall be identified with heat-branded markings as directed by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative.

P. Frequencies of irrigation testing shall be one (1) time per month, or more frequently if problems or conditions indicate a need.

78. FERTILIZATION (PARKS)
A. Products and rates of application shall be determined by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative.

B. Contractor shall include scheduling of fertilizations on Annual Calendar. Fertilizer will be applied as per the fertilization schedule, or as otherwise directed to maintain an aesthetically pleasing turf grass stand.

C. Contractor shall give written notice to the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative at least two City business days in advance of fertilizer application at a given site.

D. Contractor shall have all materials delivered to the site in properly labeled, unopened bags. All bags shall be retained on the site for the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative and shall be removed promptly following inspection.

E. Application of fertilizer shall be done in sections, determined by the areas covered by each irrigation system. Adequate irrigation shall immediately follow the application of fertilizer to force fertilizer material to rest directly on the soil surface.

F. Turf, trees, shrubs, and groundcover areas shall be fertilized at the frequencies detailed in Section 87 (annually).

79. HARDSCAPE MAINTENANCE (PARKS)
A. All hardscape (concrete flatwork, sidewalks, stamped concrete, paving stones, curbs, gutters, etc.) shall be swept weekly. Using blowers to transfer dirt, litter, or other deleterious materials to streets and/or landscape areas is prohibited.

B. Washing hard surfaces is prohibited except when necessary to alleviate safety or sanitary hazards. All wash water from such activity must be prevented from discharging to the storm water drainage system (drains, gutters, etc.), and shall comply with the City’s water quality regulations and best management practices.

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C. All hardscapes shall be kept weed and plant free. Chemical application in accordance with the agreement is acceptable. All plant materials shall be removed from construction joints and/or between curbs and stamped concrete.

80. PLAYGROUND MAINTENANCE (PARKS)
A. The Contractor shall clean playground sandpits or playgrounds equipped with wood chips of all litter and debris by screening and/or raking and shall grade sand and/or wood chips to fill in all low areas during the mowing day every week.

B. If a City recognized holiday falls on one of the playground sandpit/wood chip maintenance days, the Contractor shall perform the playground maintenance on the following City workday.

C. The playground sandpits shall be roto-tilled to a minimum depth of 8 inches. Rototilling shall be performed a minimum of four (4) times annually (quarterly). Service shall occur in March, June, September, and December.

D. Playgrounds equipped with wood chips shall be completely raked to a minimum depth of 6 inches and leveled after raking. Wood chip raking shall be performed a minimum of 4 times annually (quarterly). Service shall occur in March, June, September, and December.

E. The Contractor shall be responsible for removing accumulation of leaves and debris from playground equipment areas, including sweeping/blowing off pour in place surface weekly and as needed.

F. The Contractor shall inspect the playground equipment, surface, and area for vandalism, safety hazards, and serviceability weekly. Deficiencies shall be reported in writing immediately to the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative.

G. As necessary, the Contractor shall wash or power-wash the pour in place resilient playground surface areas as recommended by the manufacturer. At no point shall this be completed less than every 2 months.

H. The Contractor shall wash or power-wash all play equipment as recommended by the manufacturer. At no point shall this be completed less than 4 times annually (quarterly).

I. The Contractor shall perform periodic playground safety inspections. Inspections shall be completed subject to the California Health and Safety Code Section 115725- 115735 and the Standards of the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The Contractor shall provide a Certified Playground Safety Inspector who shall possess a current Certified Playground Safety Inspector certificate issued by the National Playground Safety Institute (c/o National Parks and Recreation Association, 22377 Belmont Ridge Road, Ashburn, VA 20148, telephone: (800) 626-6772 or e-mail:
[email protected] ). At no point shall this be completed less than quarterly.

J. The Contractor shall provide written inspection forms to the City upon completion of

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the required inspections.

81. TRASH REMOVAL (PARKS)
A. The Contractor shall empty all trash cans and replace trash can liners in all areas within the contract weekly and as needed. Trash can liners shall be provided at the Contractor’s expense. Weekly trash removal shall be performed on Monday.

B. If a City recognized holiday falls on one of the trash removal days, the Contractor shall perform the trash removal on the following City workday.

C. The Contractor shall wash or power-wash all trash receptacles, inside and out, a minimum of four (4) times per year (quarterly). All deleterious material shall be removed from the inside and outside of the trash receptacles and the hard surface under the trash cans (where applicable).

D. The Contractor shall notify the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative of any trash cans needing repair or replacement within 24 hours of the trash removal day.

E. The Contractor shall legally dispose of all removed trash at the Contractor’s expense.

Refer to Disposal of Materials (Section 75) regarding options for free disposal.

82. BARBEQUE GRILL MAINTENANCE (PARKS)
A. The Contractor shall empty all ash and debris from built in barbeque grills in all areas within the contract during the mowing each week. The Contractor shall ensure that all hot coals or burning objects in barbeque grills are completely extinguished prior to removing ash and debris.

B. If a City recognized holiday falls on one of the barbeque maintenance days, the Contractor shall perform the barbeque maintenance on the following City workday.

C. The Contractor shall wash or power-wash all barbeque grills, inside and out, a minimum of four (4) times per year. All deleterious material shall be removed from the inside and outside of the barbeque grills and the hard surface under the barbeque grills (where applicable).

D. The Contractor shall legally dispose of all removed ash and debris at the Contractor’s expense. Refer to Disposal of Materials (Section 75) regarding options for free disposal.

E. The Contractor shall notify the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative of any barbeque grills needing repair or replacement within 24 hours of the barbeque grill maintenance day.

83. BENCH AND PICNIC TABLE MAINTENANCE (PARKS)
A. All benches and picnic tables shall be dusted off and wiped down in all areas within the contract during the mowing each week. Using blowers to transfer dirt, litter, or

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other deleterious materials to streets and/or landscape areas is prohibited. Using water to wash benches and picnic tables is permitted only by use of a hand-held bucket or similar container, a hand-held hose equipped with a positive self-closing water shutoff device, or a low-volume, high-pressure cleaning machine equipped to recycle any water used.

B. If a City recognized holiday falls on one of the bench and picnic table maintenance days, the Contractor shall perform the bench and picnic table maintenance on the following City workday.

C. The Contractor shall wash or power-wash all benches and picnic tables, top and bottom, a minimum of four (4) times per year. All deleterious material shall be removed from the top and bottom of the benches and picnic tables and the hard surface under the benches and picnic tables (where applicable).

84. ANNUAL TURF RENOVATION – SEPTEMBER – APRIL (MCDOWELL, MOIOLA,

AND NIEBLAS PARKS ONLY)
A. Fertilization: Apply a complete fertilizer at a rate of 3/4 lb. of N per 1,000 sq. ft. per month of the growing season (Oct-Apr). The ratio of nitrogen (N) to potassium (K) should be close to equal, with phosphorous (P) 1/4 that of N and K. Fertilizer selected should include some secondary nutrients (calcium, magnesium, and sulfur) as well.

Apply micronutrients (iron, manganese, zinc, copper, and boron) at the label rate in November – this can be either in granular form or liquid form if spray equipment is available.

B. Aeration: All turf grass areas should be core aerified prior to overseeding and topdressing to create an avenue at the soil surface for water, oxygen, and carbon dioxide exchange with the atmosphere. Contractor shall flag all irrigation heads, valve boxes, quick couplers, and the like prior to commencing aeration operations.

Contractor shall be responsible for any damage to irrigation, boxes, pavement, etc. from aerifier and other equipment. Aerate all turf areas by using a device that removes cores to a depth of three (3) inches at not more than six (6) inch spacing. Contractor shall assure that turf areas to be aerified are properly and evenly moist prior to aerification operation to achieve maximum penetration. Contractor shall aerate entire area in one direction (east to west), then repeat the operation in the opposing direction (north to south). Cores can be broken up by mowing and/or dragging.

C. Topdressing: Topdressing should be performed at the same time aeration takes place.

Topdressing mix should consist of 80% washed medium sand (.5mm-.25mm) and 20% finely composted organic material. Application rate should be approximately 20 cubic yards per acre for minimum impact on field activity.

D. Overseeding: During the winter when the preferred Warm season turf is dormant, annual seeding is necessary to support sustainable growth. Overseeding should be performed as follows:

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1. Overseed in late September to mid-October.

2. Mow grass at 3/4” height and remove clippings.

3. Perform core aeration.

4. Uniformly apply a Marathon 2 fescue seed or comparable brand as approved by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative. Use of a broadcast spreader at 6 lbs. per 1,000 sq. ft.

5. All seed shall be covered with Kellogg’s Topper or approved equal at a rate of 1 cubic foot per 72 sq. ft. or not to exceed 1/4 inch in depth.

6. Fertilize with a pre-plant fertilizer (BEST 15-15-15, etc.) at 6 lbs. per 1,000 sq. ft.

7. Seed must remain in contact with soil and be kept moist until germination.

Seedlings shall not be allowed to dry out during establishment (12 days typically).

8. After preparation and overseeding have been completed, the area will be watered.

Watering will be three (3) to four (4) times each day, or as necessary in combination with appropriate run time sufficient to maintain even moisture at a depth of 1/2” during daylight hours.

9. When the fescue grass approaches a height of 2" to 2 1/2", the first mowing will be done. The grass clippings will be checked for root pulling on the first pass or two.

If this happens, the Contractor will readjust his/her mowers and check the blades for sharpness. Contractor may use rotary mowers on overseeded turf.

85. DRINKING FOUNTAIN MAINTENANCE (PARKS)
A. The Contractor shall perform the following drinking fountain maintenance in all areas within the Contract during the mowing each week.
• Clean the bowl, spout, and operating buttons with a non-toxic cleaner. Scrub with brush around the basin of the bowl and spout. After initial cleaning, thoroughly rinse all areas with clean water.
• Wipe down the remainder of the fountain to remove dirt, calcium, spider webs, residue, and other deleterious materials.
• Clean sand or debris from drains. (Disassembly or snaking of drains is not required).
• Push operating button and test function of spouts to ensure proper operation.

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B. The Contractor shall notify the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative of any drinking fountain needing repair or replacement within 24 hours of the drinking fountain maintenance day.

C. Water supply to a leaking fixture shall be shut off when it is reasonable to do so. Any water shut offs performed by the Contractor shall immediately be reported to the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative.

86. PENALTY FOR NONCOMPLIANCE
A. Failure to comply with the Schedule “B” – Base Scope of Work for Parks shall result in a performance deduction of $250 per incident, per day.

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87. MINIMUM MAINTENANCE FREQUENCIES – PARKS
The following minimum maintenance frequencies shall apply to the following tasks:

BASE SCOPE OF WORK – PARKS FREQUENCY
Shrub, Groundcover, & Tree Maintenance
Edging and Trimming of Material Encroaching on
Sidewalks/Curbs Weekly As Needed
Removal of Dead, Diseased, or Dying Material Weekly As Needed Trimming/Pruning Weekly As Needed
Weed Control Continuous
Mulching
Install Mulch Per Contract As Needed
Hardscape Maintenance
Sweeping/Cleaning of Gutters, Curbs, Roadways, and
Misc. Asphalt & Concrete Weekly As Needed
Mowing
Turf Mowing Weekly
Edging Weekly
Irrigation Maintenance
Testing Monthly
Repairs As Needed
Irrigation As Needed
Playground Maintenance
Sand Pit or Wood Chip Maintenance Weekly
Roto-Tilling Sand/Deep Raking Wood Chips Quarterly
Washing/Power Washing Playground Surface Every 2 Months Washing/Power Washing Playground Equipment Quarterly
Miscellaneous
Litter Pickup Weekly and As Needed
Fertilize Annually in April
Pest Control Continuous
Trash Removal Weekly and As Needed
Drinking Fountain Maintenance Weekly and As Needed
Power Washing (Various Items) Quarterly
Turf Renovation (McDowell, Moiola, and Nieblas Parks) Annually

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SCHEDULE “C” – CIVIC FACILITIES

88. STAFFING – The Contractor shall supply a dedicated crew to perform the landscape maintenance at the Parks (Schedule “B”) and Civic Facilities (Schedule “C”). Based on experience, the City has found that the ideal work force, in addition to any supervisors or specialist positions, is a minimum of seven (7) full-time maintenance workers for the Parks and Civic Facilities.

89. CIVIC FACILITIES INVENTORY - SCHEDULE “C” – The following represents the City’s civic facilities landscape inventory to be maintained under this Agreement. *The measurements are approximate and all measurements shall be verified by the contractor prior to submitting a bid.

C-1
City Hall Campus
10200 Slater Avenue

10.30 Acres *
C-2
Founders Village
17967 Bushard Street

2.80 Acres*
C-3
Fire Station No. 1
17737 Bushard Street

0.49 Acres*
no turf
C-4
Fire Station No. 2
16767 Newhope Street

0.41 Acres*
C-5
Reservoir No. 1
18460 Euclid Street

2.80 Acres*
no turf; no irrigation; all mulch

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SCHEDULE “C” – BASE SCOPE OF WORK FOR CIVIC FACILITIES

90. SHRUB, GROUNDCOVER, AND TREE MAINTENANCE (CIVIC FACILITIES, EXCLUDING RESERVOIR NO. 1)
A. Contractor is responsible for removing all sucker growth from trunks of trees and all dead palm fronds to a height of fourteen (14) feet. Trimming of trees is not required.

B. String trimmers shall not be used to trim around trees. Shrubs and groundcover shall be maintained a minimum of one (1) foot from the trunks of trees by use of appropriate chemicals.

Under no circumstances shall hedge shears be used as a means of pruning.

E. Fire Station No. 2 – maintain rhaphiolepis at a height of 8 feet.

F. Trim and prune shrubs for vehicular and pedestrian clearance, visibility, access, plant health, and appearance. Major shrub pruning/trimming shall be performed in accordance with the contractually required maintenance frequencies. Shrubs shall be pruned as required to ensure clear vehicular and pedestrian visibility and clearance.

The Contractor shall eliminate all obstructions within 2 working days of written notification.

G. Plant material encroaching onto or from City property shall be trimmed back to property line. Plants growing over fences and sidewalks from private property adjacent to contracted areas shall be trimmed back to the property line to a height of 14 feet. This work shall be performed as needed during weekly maintenance.

H. All dead, diseased, and unsightly branches, vines, or other growth shall be removed as they develop. This work shall be performed as needed during weekly maintenance.

I. All groundcover areas shall be trimmed/pruned to maintain neat but natural edges. All groundcover and flower bed areas shall be kept neatly edged and free of grass invasion. This work shall be performed as needed during weekly maintenance.

J. Plants growing over curbing and/or sidewalks shall be maintained even with the edge of sidewalk or curb and be trimmed on a natural taper rather than vertical so as not to appear to be hedged. This work shall be performed as needed during weekly maintenance.

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K. Chemical edging of groundcover boundaries may be performed, subject to approval of the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative, in a manner that ensures a defined edge and limits encroachment into beds or across boundaries where it is impractical to edge mechanically. A twelve (12) inch barrier width shall be considered normal.

L. Groundcover shall be trimmed or limited around valve boxes, meter boxes, backflow devices, park equipment, and other obstacles, and around sprinklers as needed to provide optimum water coverage.

M. Groundcover shall be renovated as needed. Renovation of groundcover shall include thinning and/or shearing of groundcover and fertilization; and may include bed cultivating and/or mulching as appropriate to the species and conditions and as directed by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative.

O. Except as specifically directed by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative, groundcover plants shall be prevented from climbing utilities, shrubs, trees, and the like.

P. Remove all dead shrubs and/or dead groundcover. The Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative shall be notified 48 hours in advance of the removal of any shrubs and/or dead groundcover.

Q. All trimming and debris shall be removed and properly disposed of immediately at Contractor’s expense. Refer to Disposal of Materials (Section 106) regarding options for free disposal.

R. Flowering plants shall be maintained free of excessive spent blooms, flower stalks, and the like as needed during weekly maintenance. Plants shall be renovated following peak bloom and as needed to produce optimum color production and plant health. Renovation methods and timing shall be as approved by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative.

S. Walkways, asphalt, and hardscape shall be cleaned immediately following each maintenance event.

91. TURF MOWING (CIVIC FACILITIES, EXCLUDING FIRE STATION NO. 1 AND RESERVOIR NO. 1)
A. All turf mowing/edging operations shall be performed weekly throughout the contract period.

B. Turf edging shall be performed with a fixed blade edger. All edges shall be smooth, uniform, and clean in appearance.

C. Mowing shall be performed in a workmanlike manner that ensures a smooth surface

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appearance without scalping or allowing excessive cuttings to remain. Clippings need not be collected unless clippings are excessive and/or visible, or as directed by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative.

D. All walkways, roadways, trails, parking lots, or other areas dirtied by mowing operations shall be cleaned and all debris disposed of off-site prior to the completion of that day's mowing operations or the end of the day, whichever occurs first.

E. All mowing missed due to inclement weather or ground conditions from such weather shall be rescheduled and completed the following working day. If adverse weather or wet ground conditions persist, the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative may authorize a change in the approved schedule.

F. All trash, paper products, and fecal matter shall be removed before mowing begins and will not be run over by mowing equipment. All grass, leaves, and other debris generated by the Contractor’s operations shall be removed and properly disposed of by the Contractor at the Contractor’s expense. Refer to Disposal of Materials (Section 106) regarding options for free disposal.

G. Turf shall be mowed with a mower appropriate to the particular turf type being mowed.

Equipment shall be properly maintained, cleaned, adjusted, and sharpened.

H. All mowing equipment shall be thoroughly cleaned following each mowing operation and prior to being transported to any other site.

I. The Contractor shall be responsible for any neglected, stressed, or damaged areas due to lack of proper maintenance. Should the Contractor fail to remedy the conditions, the City shall cause the same to occur at the expense of the Contractor.

J. Care shall be exercised during the mowing operation to prevent damage to trees and other obstacles located within the turf areas such as irrigation heads, irrigation valve boxes, quick couplers/boxes, electrical boxes, or fixtures. Do not mow areas that are wet. Alternate mowing patterns whenever possible to prevent wheel ruts. If ruts are made, or damages incurred, Contractor will immediately schedule repairs at their expense.

K. Animal and human fecal matter shall be removed during weekly maintenance operations and as needed.

92. WEED CONTROL (CIVIC FACILITIES)
A. All areas shall receive diligent control of weeds by mechanical removal and employing all industry-recognized, legal methods, including Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Standards, as approved by the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative.

B. The following areas shall be kept weed free: turf areas; shrub areas; groundcover beds; planters; cracks in paved areas, including, curbs and asphalt; all hardscapes; and areas covered with mulch or ornamental rock. In addition, all shrub beds, planters, and other landscaped areas shall be maintained weed free. No dyes shall be used

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when applying liquid weed control to all paved and non-concrete walkways.

D. Inspect, spot treat, or mechanically remove weeds as necessary. Hand weeding or spot treatment of all areas is to be performed as often as necessary to insure a weed free condition.

H. Pre-emergent herbicide applications shall be made annually and as required for optimum control of target weeds.

I. Contractor shall be responsible for the results of application of all herbicides and chemicals. Plants killed or severely injured by the application of herbicides shall be replaced at no cost to the City with the nearest size nursery stock available to the dead or severely damaged plant. All replacements must be made within fifteen days upon discovery by Contractor and/or City representative.

93. DISEASE AND PEST CONTROL (CIVIC FACILITIES)
A. The Contractor shall provide complete and continuous control and/or eradication of all plant pests or diseases. All landscaped areas shall be maintained free of disease and insects that could cause or promote damage to plant materials, including, but not limited to, trees, shrubs, groundcover, and turf.

B. The Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative shall be notified immediately of any disease, insects, or unusual conditions that might develop.

C. A disease control program to prevent all common diseases from causing serious damage shall be provided on an as needed basis. Disease control shall be achieved utilizing materials and rates recommended by a California Pest Control Advisor and/or Qualified Applicator Licensed (QAL) / Qualified Applicator Certified (QAC) applicator at the Contractor’s expense.

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D. Contractor shall eradicate or remove bees, ants, gophers, rodents, and other pests, which the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative deems to be a public hazard or nuisance, utilizing Integrated Pest Management (IPM) standards.

Contractor shall have bees safely removed by a beekeeper whenever possible.

E. Gophers and other rodents shall be eliminated immediately by appropriate, approved exterminating techniques (traps, poison, etc.).

F. Frequency of disease and pest control operations shall be daily or as needed.

Contractor must notify the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative fifteen (15) City business days in advance before applying pest control chemicals.

J. The Contractor shall provide any legally required posting prior to utilizing pesticides and shall remove the postings at the appropriate time.

94. USE OF CHEMICALS (CIVIC FACILITIES)
A. Contractor shall comply with all rules and regulations of the Department of Food and Agriculture, the Department of Health, the Department of Industrial Relations, and all other agencies which govern the use and application of chemicals required in the performance of the work. Chemicals shall include, but not be limited to, fertilizers, herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, rodenticides, germicides, nematicides, bactericides, inhibitors, fumigants, defoliants, desiccants, soil sterilants, and repellents.

B. Contractor shall apply spray chemicals when air currents are motionless preventing drifting onto adjacent property and preventing any toxic exposure to persons whether or not they are in, or near, the project.

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D. Contractor shall submit a schedule of work, plus the names of any chemicals used, outlining date, location, and work to be performed, four (4) days prior to the week of work. Said schedule shall be submitted to the Director of Public Works or his/her authorized representative.