A. SPRING CLEAN-UP A complete spring clean-up shall begin as early as practical after the spring thaw but not later than April 15th ; Date subject to change and shall include: 1. Removal of any leaves remaining from the previous year. 2. Removal of fallen or broken and hanging limbs. 3. Removal of dead plant material. 4. Preparation of lawns by raking or such other treatment needed to insure good growth. B. TURF MAINTENANCE 1. The contractor shall pick up any debris which accumulates on the turf areas such as paper, twigs, containers and any other litter prior to mowing. 2. The contractor shall remove any cuttings or clippings from all roads, sidewalks and parking lots immediately after each mowing. 3. All lawn edges shall be power edged not less than biweekly, to maintain a neat, uniform appearance. 4. The lawn areas shall be cut on a weekly basis and must be maintained at a uniform height of 3" to 3 '/2 ", but not to exceed 4" in height between cuttings and only if weather conditions require. The contractor shall be held liable for scalping or any other damage to turf areas. The contractor will remove the clippings from the property; a grass catcher may be used.
