A. Integrated Plant Management (IPM) – Perform a combination of hands-on management techniques used during the growing season. IPM tasks may include but are not limited to: hand pulling and cutting; complete site mowing; spot mowing; line trimming; spot burning; spot treatment; and woody plant management including removal and stump treatment. B. Dormant Mows – Perform a dormant mow of an entire site to control annual weeds and promote the successful long-term establishment of native vegetation. Dormant mows shall be conducted in early spring, after prairie seeds have fallen and prior to undesirable species producing seed, unless otherwise approved by the City’s authorized agent. C. Controlled Burns – Conduct controlled burns to replicate the natural and beneficial process of fire, promote the growth of native plants, and control weeds. Burns shall only be conducted by trained, certified personnel after obtaining the proper permits and notifying the Fire Department, 911 dispatchers, and adjacent properties as specified in Exhibit B. D. Native Vegetation Seeding – Perform seeding or inter-seeding as directed by the City, generally based on the density and extents of native vegetation.
