Specifications include, but are not limited to: 1. Turf. The turf shall be mowed, edged, watered, weeded, fertilized, with rodents and pests controlled to provide a lush appearance with healthy green coloration. 2. Groundcover. Groundcover areas shall be watered, weeded, fertilized, with rodents and pests controlled to provide a dense, lush appearance with a healthy green coloration. 3. Shrubs and Trees. Shrubs and trees within these areas shall likewise be cared for and pruned to promote healthy growth. 4. Parks. The playground and sports areas within the parks shall also be maintained in a clean and safe manner. ; The maintenance tasks required for performance of the contract include, but are not limited to, the following: 1. Weekly mowing; 2. Edging; 3. Watering to promote and sustain healthy growth; 4. Weed control, both hand removal, and chemical control; 5. Fertilization at regular, specified intervals; No less than quarterly, (at least 4 times annually) ; 6. Rodent and pest control; 7. Aeration and dethatch of turf areas; 8. Pruning of trees and shrubs; 9. Complete operation and maintenance of the irrigation system; 10. Removal of trash and debris; and 11. Maintenance of play and sports areas.