Common use of Routine Maintenance Activities Clause in Contracts

Routine Maintenance Activities. The majority of this work consists of scheduled mowings, trash and debris pickups for the SFB during the growing season. It also includes activities such as weed control. These activities normally will be performed numerous times during the year. These items typically do not require any prior correspondence with the City of Aurora, however, completed inspection and maintenance forms shall be submitted to the City of Aurora for each inspection and maintenance in accordance with the Inspection and Maintenance Plan. The Routine Maintenance Activities are summarized below, and further described in the following sections. TABLE SFB-2 Summary of Routine Maintenance Activities Maintenance Activity Minimum Frequency Look for: Maintenance Action Mowing Twice annually Excessive grass height/aesthetics 2”-4” grass height Trash/Debris Removal Twice annually Trash/debris in SFB Remove and dispose of trash and debris Splitter Box/Overflow Outlet Works Cleaning As needed - after significant rain events – twice annually minimum Clogged outlet structure; ponding water Remove and dispose of debris/trash/sediment to allow outlet to function properly Woody growth control /Weed removal Minimum twice annually Noxious weeds; Unwanted vegetation Treat w/herbicide or hand pull; consult a local Weed Inspector

Routine Maintenance Activities. ‌ The majority of this work consists of scheduled mowingsmowing, trash and debris pickups and landscape care for the SFB GB-GS during the growing season. It also includes activities such as weed control. These activities normally will be performed numerous times during the year. These items typically do not require any prior correspondence with approval by the City of Aurora, however, completed inspection and maintenance forms shall be submitted to the City of Aurora for each inspection and maintenance activity in accordance with the Inspection and Maintenance Planplan. The Routine Maintenance Activities are summarized below, and further described in the following sections. TABLE SFB-2 Table GB-GS-2 Summary of Routine Maintenance Activities Maintenance Activity Minimum Frequency Look forIndication Action is Needed: Maintenance Action Trash/Debris Removal Twice annual and before mowing Trash & debris in GB- GS Remove and properly dispose of trash and debris Mowing Twice annually Routine – as necessary to maintain 2” – 4” grass height Excessive grass height/aesthetics 2”-4” grass height Trash/Debris Removal Twice for turf grass; 4” to 6” for native grass Irrigation (Automatic) Three times annually Trash/debris in SFB Remove Areas of insufficient or excess watering; broken or missing parts SPRING: start up system; test for even coverage and dispose of trash correct timer settings SUMMER: test for even coverage and debris Splitter Box/Overflow Outlet Works Cleaning correct timer settings FALL: drain and winterized system (follow watering regulations) Irrigation (Not Automatic) As needed - after significant rain events – twice annually minimum Clogged outlet structureto maintain healthy grass Areas of insufficient or excess watering Water as needed to maintain healthy grass; ponding water Remove and dispose of debris/trash/sediment to allow outlet to function properly Woody growth control /Weed removal (follow watering regulations) Weed Control Minimum twice annually Noxious weeds; Unwanted vegetation Treat w/herbicide or hand pull; consult a local Weed InspectorInspector Mosquito Treatment As needed, based upon inspections Standing water/ mosquito habitat Perform maintenance to eliminate standing water*; Treat w/ EPA approved chemicals Level Spreader (Grass Buffer only) As needed, based upon inspections Evidence of uneven flow/localized erosion Look for cause; repair, fill or revegetate areas of erosion Rodent Damage As needed, based upon inspections Holes, small piles of dirt, raised xxxxxxx Evaluate damage; contact Parks Dept. or Division of Wildlife for guidance *See Section GB-GS-2.3.1d for further discussion GB-GS-3.5.1 Trash/Debris Removal‌ Trash and debris must be removed from the GB-GS area to allow for proper functioning and to improve aesthetics. This activity must be performed prior to mowing operations. Frequency – Routine – Prior to mowing operations and a minimum of twice annually. GB-GS-3.5.2 Mowing‌ Routine mowing of the turf grass embankments is necessary to maintain an appropriate grass height and to improve the overall appearance of the GB-GS. Turf grass should be mowed to a height of 2 to 4- inches (4 – 6- inches for native grass) and shall be bagged to prevent potential contamination of the filter media, especially if there is an underdrain system. Frequency – Routine – as necessary to maintain grass height. GB-GS-3.5.3 Irrigation‌ Irrigation systems should be maintained in proper working order to provide an adequate water supply to support the grass cover. When automatic irrigation systems are not available, alternate methods for providing a water supply during times of drought must be provided. Automatic irrigation systems should be maintained routinely throughout the growing season to ensure that they are providing the appropriate amounts of water, and are providing complete coverage of the area. Sprinkler heads should be adjusted as necessary, and checked for broken or missing parts.

Routine Maintenance Activities. ‌ The majority of this work consists of scheduled mowings, trash and debris pickups and landscape care for the SFB BRC/PLD during the growing season. It also includes activities such as weed control. These activities normally will be performed numerous times during the year. These items typically do not require any prior correspondence with approval by the City of Aurora, however, completed inspection and maintenance forms shall be submitted to the City of Aurora for each inspection and maintenance activity in accordance with the Inspection and Maintenance Plan. The Routine Maintenance Activities are summarized below, and further described in the following sections. TABLE SFB-2 Table BRC/PLD-2 Summary of Routine Maintenance Activities Maintenance Activity Minimum Frequency Look for: Maintenance Action Mowing Twice annually Excessive grass height/aesthetics 2”-4” grass height Trash/Debris Removal Twice annually Trash/Trash & debris in SFB BRC/PLD Remove and dispose of trash and trash/debris Splitter Box/Overflow Outlet Works Cleaning As needed - after significant rain events – twice annually minimum Clogged outlet structure; ponding water above outlet elevation Remove and dispose of debris/trash/sediment to allow outlet to function properly Woody growth control /Weed removal Minimum twice annually Weed Control As needed, based upon inspection Noxious weeds; Unwanted vegetation Treat w/herbicide or hand pull; consult a local Weed InspectorInspector BRC/PLD-3.5.1 Mowing‌ Routine mowing of the turf grass embankments is necessary to improve the overall appearance of the BRC/PLD. Turf grass should be mowed to a height of 2 to 4- inches and shall be bagged to prevent potential contamination of the filter media. Frequency – Routine - Minimum of twice annually or depending on aesthetics. BRC/PLD-3.5.2 Trash/Debris Removal‌ Trash and debris must be removed from the entire BRC/PLD area to minimize outlet clogging and to improve aesthetics. This activity must be performed prior to mowing operations.

Routine Maintenance Activities. The majority of this work consists of regularly scheduled mowings, mowing and trash and debris pickups for the SFB stormwater management facilities during the growing season. This includes items such as the removal of debris/material that may be clogging the outlet structure well screens and trash racks. It also includes activities such as weed control, mosquito treatment, and algae treatment. These activities normally will be performed numerous times during the year. These items typically do not require can be completed without any prior correspondence with the City of Aurora, ; however, completed inspection and maintenance forms shall be submitted to the City of Aurora for each inspection and maintenance activity in accordance with the Inspection and Maintenance Plan. The Routine Maintenance Activities are summarized below, and further described in the following sections. TABLE SFB-2 – EDB-2 Summary of Routine Maintenance Activities Maintenance Activity Minimum Frequency Look for: Maintenance Action Mowing Twice annually Excessive grass height/aesthetics 2”-4Mow grass to a height of 4” grass height to 6” Trash/Debris Removal Twice annually Trash/Trash & debris in SFB EDB Remove and dispose of trash and debris Splitter Box/Overflow Outlet Works Cleaning As needed - after significant rain events – twice annually minimum min. Clogged outlet structure; ponding water Remove and dispose of debris/trash/sediment to allow outlet to function properly Woody growth Weed control /Weed removal Minimum twice annually Noxious weeds; Unwanted vegetation Treat w/w/ herbicide or hand pull; consult a Consult the local Weed Inspectorweed specialist Mosquito Treatment As needed Standing water/mosquito habitat Treat w/ EPA approved chemicals Algae Treatment As needed Standing water/ Algal growth/green color Treat w/ EPA approved chemicals