The scope of this Contract includes, but is not limited to, the following landscaping services: 2.3.1 Mowing a. Includes all grass areas indicated on the Park Plan and all lawns adjacent to the street and between the street and sidewalk. b. The Contractor will be required to cut and edge grass at the included locations as often as once a week. The DPW Commissioner or Designee will coordinate mowing frequency with the Contractor, depending on weather and seasonal conditions. c. All litter and debris, including but not limited to sticks, branches, stones, paper, cigarette butts, glass, cans, fecal matter, balls, etc., will be removed from the grass area prior to mowing. d. The mowing height will be three (3) inches throughout the season, unless directed otherwise by the DPW Commissioner or Designee. The City may direct the Contractor to mow at a lower height for the final mowing of the season. e. The Contractor will take care to avoid skips, clumping, scalping, or damage to trees, shrubs, and other park accessories. f. The Contractor will alternate mowing patterns regularly to avoid sags, ruts and tracks in turf areas. g. The Contractor will trim all grass edges during each mowing session, including sidewalks, curbstones, light poles, fences, trees, signs, or any other obstructions found in the lawn area. h. The Contractor will trim grass that is too close to obstructions for a power mower to reach. i. The Contractor will take care not to damage tree trunks or other structures. j. Grass clippings will be bagged and removed by the Contractor for proper disposal as yard waste...
