2.1.0 Landscape maintenance will generally be confined to lawn areas around the Central Business District and surface parking lots. 2.2.0 At the direction of the Division, the turf will be mowed weekly on average during the growing season. Be advised, however, that in the event of dry or cold weather, the necessity for weekly mowing cycles may be reduced. Mowing is estimated to end October 31 but may end earlier or later at the determination of the City and due to weather conditions. The City anticipates an estimated amount of 28 mowing cycles each year. The actual amount may vary. Invoices shall reflect the actual amount of mows at the unit cost per mow provided in the pricing tables (Exhibit B). 2.3.0 Contractor shall have sufficient equipment and personnel to complete weekly mowing. 2.4.0 Contractor will provide a schedule of locations to be mowed in descending order. Once approved by the Division, contractor will not deviate from the mowing order unless approved by the supervisor of Downtown Maintenance. 2.5.0 Any and all debris to be removed from landscaped areas prior to each mowing cycle and disposed of properly. 2.6.0 Grass clippings are not to be blown into the street, planting beds or over the sidewalk unless cleaned by the contractor. Clippings will be recycled back into lawn areas, and removed only if they become unsightly at no additional cost to the City. Turf areas to be mowed between 2- 1/2” and 3-1/2” dependent upon weather/season. 2.7.0 Hand or power trimming of grass and weeds around obstructions. This will include, but not limited to, turf areas adjacent to utility poles, trees, sign posts, light poles, buildings, fences, etc. Includes weed and grass removal along the curb line and where the curb meets the pavement, and median tips with decorative rocks, pavers, or cement. 2.8.0 Removal of weeds and grass in mulched areas around trees, shrubs, and flower beds. 2.9.0 Removal of suckers from the base and trunk of trees in turf areas under contract. 2.10.0 One time per year in the spring, all garden beds are to be edged. (see excel document for list of gardens)
