Common use of Initial Steps Clause in Contracts

Initial Steps. At the beginning of the project, the pond group must: (1) review the Pond Inspection Checklist identifying sources of stormwater pollution in the neighborhood, (2) participate in the Pond Group Orientation Training, and (3) mark all storm drains in the pond drainage area with the program’s storm drain markers. A planting of native vegetation will be conducted following completion of all initial steps listed above. Adopt-A-Pond will provide pond groups with a sufficient quantity of native plants at the initial planting stage of the project. The quantity of plants, determined by the County, will depend on pond shape, size, need, condition, number of participants who will be planting, and the species of plant being planted. In any event, every pond will receive enough plants to provide effective vegetative cover in their restoration. Adopt-A-Pond also offers an additional quantity of plants, at the 6-month review date. A group may elect not to receive these plants. Eligibility, quantity, and species will be determined by the County. Beyond the 6-month review date, pond groups may be eligible for additional quantities of plants. In order to qualify, they must submit at least one workday report twice a year and remain in good standing with the Adopt-A-Pond program. Good standing shall be defined as having met all program eligibility criteria, as defined herein, and fulfilled all responsibilities of the Adopt-A-Pond Agreement for at least 6 continuous months prior to any date on which a determination is being made.