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a) All types of turf grass areas will be maintained at the recommended height for the species being managed, other considerations will be season and use of turf. All mowing required will be included in base price. Each mowing service will include grounds detail work i.e. string trimming, edging, and general grounds policing, cleaning of walkways and entrances, etc. removing all debris created during operation.

b) All rotary mowing equipment will have their blades replaced with sharpened blades on a weekly basis, so as not to tear grass. Patterns will be employed to permit recycling of grass clippings and to present a neat appearance... Athletic Fields will be mowed from 2” to 2.75” depending on season and sport played on field. The High school athletic fields may require two (2) cuts per week during peak growing season and should be included in base bid. Excess clippings from all turf will be removed through dispersal with a blower or physical removal, and comply with any present or future ordinances regarding disposal. Papers and other debris will be cleaned off all lawn areas before and after mowing. Stripping of turf with mowing pattern or other means will be done for enhanced aesthetics before game.

c) If turf cannot be mowed due to inclement weather and turf has exceeded the no more than one third leaf surface removal, mowing height must be raised and turf mowed twice. Excess clippings will be removed.

d) String trimming will be performed around all obstacles and along fence lines even if treated with approved herbicides. Restrict use from concrete edges and surfaces (see Mechanical Edging). Contractor will be liable for all damages from Mechanical equipment used or controlled by Contractor.

Mowing Schedule (minimum) – Only General Lawn Schedule is required and is to include Baseball Field on the North Side of the Building.

Month General Lawns January 1 February 1 March 1 April 3 May 4 June 4 July 3\4 August 3\4 September 4 October 4 November 3 December 2

*In winter months, mowing represents leaf removal. Contractor is responsible to move leaves to curb but not for cost of disposal. Those months listing two numbers may require an additional mowing – there will be no additional charge to the district for this service. It must be covered in the base cost.

2. Mechanical Edging

3. Turf Management

Turf areas will receive care as outlined below. All product labels and MSDS sheets will be supplied to the client (or designated representative) prior to the application of a pesticide. If pesticides are to be applied notification must be given to the site a minimum of twenty-four hours in advance. All pesticides having a designated REI (re-entry- interval) must be posted designation so, there will be no exceptions to this rule. All federal, state and local laws will be adhered to in the application of all pesticides.

a) Fertilizer

General Lawns will receive one-fertilization per year in October with a balanced fertilizer with a ratio of 4-1-2 at the rate of one and one half pounds of nitrogen (a minimum of 33% must be from a slow release source) per one thousand square feet. The district uses an outside landscaping firm to apply fertilizer. The contractor is not responsible for applying fertilizer but is responsible for overseeing and arranging the schedule.

b) Weed Control

The Contractor is expected to make sure that areas are free of weeds and that parking areas, sidewalks, plant beds are maintained and weed free. An outside contractor will be utilized if it is necessary to use any chemicals. Good Integrated Pest Management techniques must be employed. The contractor is not responsible for applying any chemical weed control but is responsible for overseeing and arranging the schedule of outside contractors.

1) Diseases: Control of diseases will be treated once identified as a curative versus preventive disease.

j) Playground equipment will be inspected bi-monthly and repaired as needed during the year. Supplies and parts for repair will be supplied by the school district.

4. Plant beds, shrubs, woody ornamental, ground covers, and all other tree care specifications.

1) All pruning and thinning will be conducted utilizing acceptable horticultural practices with the intent of retaining the plant's natural shape and the original design intent.

2) Shrubs shall be selectively pruned to remove excess growth. Training of hedges will begin with first flush of growth to force shrubs to fill space tightly. All hedges will be sheared using an “A” shape with the base remaining wider than the top. Shrubs will be inspected periodically for crossing limbs that may cause cankers. Dead wood will be removed upon visual inspection. Dead plants will be removed from the landscape after notification to client. (Trees exceeding twenty feet in height or eight-inch caliber are excluded).

3) Pruning of all flowering shrubs (hedges excluded) will be conducted so as to induce heavier flower bud production. Evergreen shrubs shall be pruned naturally to maintain their natural appearance after the new growth has hardened off.

4) Hedges and shrubs obstructing pedestrian or automobile traffic will be pruned as needed. Plants will be inspected for safety as pertaining to pedestrians. If plant can not be maintained in an acceptable aesthetic manner contractor will recommend removal to owner representative. Deciduous Trees along walks and in lawn areas will have a minimum clearance of eight feet (8’). Trees branched to ground level or mulched to drip line are exempt from this rule.

5) When pruning is complete no coat hangers will remain on plants and flush cuts are not an acceptable means. Another concern is that plants near where pedestrian traffic occurs must not be left with any sharp edges or potential protrusions.

6) All ornamental plant beds will be inspected daily for any thing that would detract from aesthetics including weeds and debris. Zero tolerance is the acceptable goal for weeds and debris.

7) Contractor assumes no liability for consequential or inconsequential damages arising from plant obstructions provided such obstructions are not a result of contractor negligence.

8) Ornamental beds and trees will be mulched, have a defined edge, and be free of weeds prior to placement of mulch. Mulch will not exceed a depth of two inches. Materials and equipment necessary for bed maintenance will be supplied by the school district.

b) Tree Care

1) Removal of dead limbs and branches from all trees shall occur on an as needed basis. Major pruning will be conducted a minimum of one time per year and up to a height of 10'. Any branch perceived as a safety issue

will be removed immediately. Flagging trees must have the reason for this decline identified. When pruning is complete no coat hangers will remain on plants and flush cuts are not an acceptable means. All cuts will be “Branch Collar Cuts”. Dead plants should be removed from the landscape after notification has been provided to client.

2) Trees obstructing pedestrian or automobile traffic will be pruned as needed. Trees will be inspected for safety as pertaining to pedestrians. If plant can not be maintained in an acceptable aesthetic manner contractor will recommend removal to owner representative. Deciduous Trees along walks and in lawn areas will have a minimum clearance of eight feet (8’). Trees branched to ground level or mulched to drip line are exempt from this rule.

3) Remove all sucker growth and water sprout from trees on a regular basis. 4) Specific pruning practices. Shade and ornamental trees (not exceeding 10'

in overall height). Prune trees to maintain the desired uniform appearance by thinning or cutting back naturally. Pruning will be conducted so that branching is encouraged to hang over walks with adequate ground clearance.

c) Insect Control / Disease Control

All insecticide, fungicide and herbicide treatments will be on an as needed basis. Contractor must identify pest and demonstrate method of control to client. Good Integrated Pest Management techniques must be employed.

D. SUPPLIES

This program will be designed to promote the safe and enjoyable use of the exterior facilities as well as the overall attractiveness of the school district. The district shall provide supplies and equipment including lawn mowers, edgers, seed, mulch, fertilizers, replacement plant material, sod, and seed as required to perform in accordance with these specifications. Soil samples will be taken at the commencement of this contract to determine nutrient and pH levels. Results of soil samples will aid in determining fertility requirements and determining the pH adjustments needed to grow vegetation. All soil sample copies must be kept on file for review by the district at their discretion.