Specifications include, but are not limited to: MOWING AND TRIMMING REQUIREMENTS 2.1 All work shall be coordinated with the Facility Supervisor representative or his designated representative. 2.1.1 Contractor shall contact the Facility Maintenance Supervisor or designee for mowing schedule adjustments during extended periods of inclement weather. 2.2 All trash, & debris shall be picked up prior to each mowing around the facility. 2.2.1 At no time may litter be mowed over. All litter shall be picked up prior to mowing. 2.3 All structures on the properties shall be mowed around. 2.3.1 Any structure or concrete areas shall be trimmed unless on the back side of property. 2.3.1.1 Back side of properties does not need to be trimmed. 2.4 Mowing shall be done on a weekly basis, but may vary during the mowing season due to weather conditions. 2.5 Mowing may take place any time throughout the week. 2.6 Mowing of fine cut areas shall be coordinated so that turf height does not exceed 5 inches. 2.7 Mowing of rough cut areas shall be coordinated so that turf height does not exceed 8 inches. 2.8 Grass clippings shall be mulched and evenly dispersed so that they are not left in wind rows. 2.8.1 Grass shall not be blown into streets or onto sidewalks. 2.9 Acceptable Cutting Height: The acceptable cutting height of vegetation shall be 2.9.1 Spring (April/June) and Fall (September/October) seasons - 3 to 4 inches. 2.9.2 Summer (July/August) season - 4 inches. 2.9.2.1 Blades shall be kept sharp to provide a neat uniform cut across the entire width of the cut area. 2.9.2.2 No stripping, scalping, or shallow cutting will be permitted. In the event that the area mowed is considered unacceptable, the Contractor may be required to re-mow the area to correct unsightly conditions, at no additional cost to the City. 2.10 In the event that new grass has been seeded or other work is being performed at the location, Owner shall contact Contractor prior to providing service in order to avoid damaging new seed or affecting soil prior to seeding. 2.11 String trimmed areas shall not exceed the established mowing height.
