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132-1998 LTC CITY OF MIAMI BEACH CITY HALL 1700 CONVENTION CENTER DRIVE MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33139 http:\\ci.miami-beach.f1.us L.T.C. No. 132-1998 LETTER TO COMMISSION September 10, 1998 TO: Mayor Neisen O. Kasdin and Members of the City Commission FROM: Sergio Rodriguez City Manager SUBJECT: SITE EVALUATION CONDUCTED ON BAYSHORE AND PAR THREE GOLF COURSES Attached are the results of the inspection on Bayshore and the Par Three Golf Courses requested by Assistant City Manager Mayra Diaz Buttacavoli. The inspection was done in preparation for the National Recreation and Parks Association (NRPA)and Florida Junior Golf Association (FJGA) Tournament. These inspections will continue on a quarterly basis. If you require further information, please either contact me or Mayra Diaz Buttacavoli. Thank you. SR:MW:lcd Attachment c: Mayra Diaz Buttacavoli Kevin Smith F:\CMGR\$ALL\L TC.98\GOLFINSP.CRS m CIT"o' OF M'A~I BE...C.... - CITY HALL 1700 CONVENTION CENl'ER DRIVE MIAMI BEACH FLORIDA 33139 PHONE: (305) 673-7730 FAX: (305) 673-7074 http://ci.miami-beach. fl. us September 4, 1998 Mr. Chuck Hart Hart Management Group Bayshore Golf Course 2301 Alton Road Miami Beach, FL 33140 t..,''") f i-\ I -'--J Dear Mr. Hart: \-.-) Attached please find a site evaluation conducted on Bayshore Golf Course and Par Three Golf Course b~ John Oldenburg, Assistant Director of Parks and Robert Pardo, Horticulturist on August 27, 1998. The information found in this evaluation is based on a review of the clubhouse/pro-shop area, golf holes 1-18 and the p~{hree golf holes. The report reflects the observations of the evaluators and is considered by us to be the overall condition of the golf course at the time of the evaluation. The evaluation and subsequent findings are based on the maintenance standards agreed upon by the City of Miami Beach and the Hart Management Group. As indicated in the report, there are a number of deficiencies that must be addressed to comply with the maintenance standards. Please address these findings within the next 14 days at which time another site visit will be conducted. Please contact me following your review of this document so we may discuss it in greater detail. Sincerely, ~ Kevlll Director, Recreation, Culture and Parks Department cc: Mayra Diaz Buttacavoli, Assistant City Manager Janet Gavarrete, Assistant City Manager John Oldenburg, Assistant Director of Parks BAYSHORE GOLF COURSE INSPECTION REPORT DATE: 8/27/98 INSPECTORS: John Oldenburg, Assistant Director, Parks Division Robert Pardo, Horticulturist/Operations Supervisor The following information was compiled by conducting a visual inspection of the Bayshore golf course grounds and facilities. Overall, the golf course was rated fair to average, although some areas that are specifically detailed in the following report, were deemed to be in poor condition. The main factors that lowers the rating of this golf course is: 1) the presence of both grassy and broadleafweeds throughout many areas of the course, particularly around the perimeter of the bunker areas and fairways. The two grassy weeds that were commonly found in most of the areas are Goosegrass and Nutsedge. Improvements in weed control have been observed since the time of the last inspection. At the time of the inspection, many areas were seen sprayed with selective herbicides and a marker dye. Nevertheless, weed control and re-seeding/re-sodding of affected areas must be a continuing process in order to improve the overall rating of this golf course. 2)Another factor lowering the appearance rating of the course is inadequate management of high traffic areas (golf carts) resulting in bare, damaged areas. Roping-off such areas to implement restoration procedures will eventually t~mprove overall appearance. Specific areas are outlined in this report where such procedure is recommended. Pruning of all the trees and palms throughout the golf course is now necessary. Dead/declining fronds and seed heads need to be removed from all the palm species, and some of the trees require removal of suckers and low/undesirable branches. Also to be included is the removal of weed tree species SJ,lch as brazilian pepper tree (Schinus sp.) growing at the base ofthe palms and/or trees and around the pond areas. Since the time of the last inspection, there has been considerable work in herbiciding the area around trees and palms in order to remove unwanted weeds and overgrown turfgrass. This process needs to be done on a continuing basis. As indicated in our previous report, it is requested that the Contractor's Horticulturist or Agronomist accompanies the City's Inspectors during future inspections of this golf course. The Contractor's representative should be able to indicate progress and or steps that have been taken in order to correct some of the existing problems that are addressed in this report. Again, please contact us at your earliest convenience in order to arrange for our next inspection. The following are some ofthe specific observations and suggestions made: Hole #1: Tee Box: Goose grass in various areas needs to be controlled. Bermuda grass is green and actively growing. Fertilizer bum on the bermuda grass was observed. Timing of the application of the fertilizer needs to be fine-tuned in order to ensure the availability of moisture in order to avoid turfgrass bum (Photo 1) Tees Standards, sub-section: Leveling- all areas should be leveled from side to side and have a good turf cover. Pest Control - All weeds, insects, and diseases should be controlled on an as needed basis. Fairway: Rope high-traffic areas in order to restore/ encourage new growth of affected bare/thin areas. Grassy areas are actively growing, reflecting adequate fertilization. Weeds around the base of trees and Royal palms need to be controlled through the application of herbicides. Remove a Sabal palm seedling and stump located on the left side of the golf cart lane. The pond edge is clean and properly maintained. Control of weeds is needed in sand traps. Re-establishment of the edges along the sand traps is also necessary Fairways Standards: sub-section: Pest Control- All weeds, insects, and diseases should be controlled on an as needed basis. Cart Paths and Paved Areas Standards, sub-section: Traffic Control: Cart traffic should be controlled to prevent turfwear along edges of to pavement. Traffic control measures should include, but not be restricted to, the use of ropes and stakes, curbing and directional signs. Pest Control - All weeds, insects, and diseases should be controlled on an as needed basis. Tree Standards, sub-section: Maintenance - all dead or broken limbs and trees should be removed. Removal should take place within seven (7) working days of the problem being noted. Bunkers Standards:(*) All sand bunkers should be mechanically raked a minimum of two (2) times per week. The bunkers should be "touched -up" on an as need basis.j*) There should be a minimum offour inches of sand at the bottom of each bunker and two (2) inches of sand on the face of each bunker. (*) Edge the bunkers to maintain a defined edge. The original shape and size of the bunker must be maintained. Do not drag the sand out over the edge of the bunker while raking. Green: Large amounts of goosegrass on the approach to Green area. Chemical damage (possibly from fertilizer) on certain areas of the Green. Re-evaluate fertilizer application rates and available moisture to turfgrass areas in order to prevent future damage (Phot02). Pest Control - All weeds, insects, and diseases should be controlled on an as needed basis. Hole #2: Tee Box area: Large amounts of Goosegrass that need to be controlled. Remove weed tree seedlings growing on the bottom trunk area of Sabal. Remove broken branches from Ficus spp. tree that have fallen into the pond. Also remove hanging branches that are touching the water's surface. Rope-off area next to golf cart path in order to encourage turfgrass regrowth. Resodding may be necessary (Photo3). Tees Standards, sub-section: Leveling- all areas should be leveled from side to side and have a good turf cover. Pest Control - All weeds, insects, and diseases should be controlled on an as needed basis. Cart Paths and Paved Areas Standards, sub-section: Traffic Control: Cart traffic should be controlled to prevent turf wear along edges of to pavement. Traffic control measures should include, but not be restricted to, the use of ropes and stakes, curbing and directional signs. Pest Control - All weeds, insects, and diseases should be controlled on an as needed basis. Lakes and Ponds Standards: all aquatic areas should be neat and clean in appearance. The water banks should be clear of weeds, trash and other debris. And The edges of the lakes and ponds should be trimmed on an as needed basis to keep the grass growth on the banks to a height of six (6) inches or less. All weeds and volunteer plants should be removed. Green: Turfgrass actively growing. Overall good condition except for a small path of Goosegrass that requires control. Redefine sand trap edges. Sand trap areas fairly clean from weeds. Bunkers Standards:(*) All sand bunkers should be mechanically raked a minimum of two (2) times per week. The bunkers should be "touched -up" on an as need basis. (*) There should be a minimum of four inches of sand at the bottom of each bunker and two (2) inches of sand on the face of each bunker. (*) Edge the bunkers to maintain a defined edge. The original shape and size of the bunker must be maintained. Do not drag the sand out over the edge of the bunker while raking. Hole # 3 Tee Box area: Large amounts of weds: Goosegrass, Nutsedge, and Crabgrass (Photo 4). Tees Standards, sub-section: Leveling- all areas should be leveled from side to side and have a good turf cover. Pest Control- All weeds, insects, and diseases should be controlled on an as needed basis. Green: Turfgrass actively growing and in overall acceptable condition. Re-establish sand trap edges. Sand traps relatively free of weeds (Photo 5). Bunkers Standards:(*) All sand bunkers should be mechanically raked a minimum of two (2) times per week. The bunkers should be "touched -up" on an as need basis. (*) There should be a minimum offour inches of sand at the bottom of each bunker and two (2) inches of sand on the face of each bunker. (*) Edge the bunkers to maintain a defined edge. The original shape and size of the bunker must be maintained. Do not drag the sand out over the edge of the bunker while raking. Hole #4 Tee Box area: Large amounts of Goosegrass. Bare areas throughout. (Photo 6) Tees Standards, sub-section: Leveling- all areas should be leveled from side to side and have a good turf cover. Pest Control- All weeds, insects, and diseases should be controlled on an as needed basis. Fairway: Patchy appearance (Photo 7). Large amounts of weeds requiring control. Rope-offhigh traffic areas in order to encourage turf grass regrowth. Heavy infestation of weeds found in apron to sand trap (Photo 8). Nutsedge in sand trap areas. Herbicidal control needed. Remove dead Queen palm found by approach to Green area. Cart Paths and Paved Areas Standards, sub-section: Traffic Control: Cart traffic should be controlled to prevent turf wear along edges of to pavement. Traffic control measures should include, but not be restricted to, the use of ropes and stakes, curbing and directional signs. Pest Control - All weeds, insects, and diseases should be controlled on an as needed basis. Bunkers Standards:(*) All sand bunkers should be mechanically raked a minimum of two (2) times per week. The bunkers should be "touched -up" on an as need basis. (*) There should be a minimum of four inches of sand at the bottom of each bunker and two (2) inches of sand on the face of each bunker. (*) Edge the bunkers to maintain a defined edge. The original shape and size of the bunker must be maintained. Do not drag the sand out over the edge of the bunker while raking. Green: Some areas in Green are presently being resodded. (Photo 9 ). ............................................................................................................................................................ Keys to golf cart did not open the restrooms located by Hole #4. ............................................................................................................................................................ Hole #5 Tee Box area: Heavy infestation of weeds, mostly Goosegrass (Photo 10). Tees Standards, sub-section: Leveling- all areas should be leveled from side to side and have a good turf cover. Pest Control - All weeds, insects, and diseases should be controlled on an as needed basis. Fairway: Goosegrass throughout area. Some bare areas that need repair (Photo 11). Most of the fairway in good condition. Pest Control- All weeds, insects, and diseases should be controlled on an as needed basis. Green: Acceptable condition. Turfgrass actively growing. Hole #6 Fairway: Re-establish the edges of the sand traps. Bunkers Standards:(*) All sand bunkers should be mechanically raked a minimum of two (2) times per week. The bunkers should be "touched -up" on an as need basis. (*) There should be a minimum of four inches of sand at the bottom of each bunker and two (2) inches of sand on the face of each bunker. (*) Edge the bunkers to maintain a defined edge. The original shape and size of the bunker must he maintained. Do not drag the sand out over the edge of the hunker while raking. Green: Turfgrass actively growing. Some chemical damage found probably caused by fertilizer bum (Photo 12) Hole #7 Tee Box area: Large amounts of Goosegrass. Evidence of some weed control which needs to continue in order to restore to acceptable condition. Tees Standards, sub-section: Leveling- all areas should be leveled from side to side and have a good turf cover. Pest Control- All weeds, insects, and diseases should he controlled on an as needed basis. Fairway: Section of fairway is patchy and infested with weeds. Pest Control - All weeds, insects, and diseases should be controlled on an as needed basis. Green: Overall acceptable condition. Turfgrass actively growing. Hole #8 Tee Box area: Large amounts of Goose grass. There is evidence of weed control that needs to be continued. Tees Standards, sub-section: Leveling- all areas should be leveled from side to side and have a good turf cover. Pest Control- All weeds, insects, and diseases .should be controlled on an as needed basis. Fairway: Patchy. Weed control necessary. Repair leaky irrigation head located on approach to Green. Pest Control - All weeds, insects, and diseases should be controlled on an as needed basis. Hole # 9 Tee Box area: Weeds present. Herbicide application evident. Treat weeds with herbicide located by Hole #9 sign. Tees Standards, sub-section: Leveling- all areas should be leveled from side to side and have a good turf cover. Pest Control - All weeds, insects, and diseases should be controlled on an as needed basis. Fairway: Nutsedge on the edge of sand traps. Treat. Re-establish edge between sand traps and turfgrass. Pest Control- All weeds, insects, and diseases should be controlled on an as needed basis. Green: Patchy appearance due to die back of small areas. Hole # 10 Tee Box area: Goosegrass throughout, control needed. Rope-off area by pond in order to encourage regrowth of turf grass (Photo 13). Remove dead branches that have fallen into pond. Trim lower branches of the tree. Tees Standards, sub-section: Leveling- all areas should be leveled from side to side and have a good turf cover. Pest Control - All weeds, insects, and diseases should be controlled on an as needed basis. Lakes and Ponds Standards: all aquatic areas should be neat and clean in appearance. The water banks should be clear of weeds, trash and other debris. And The edges of the lakes and ponds should be trimmed on an as needed basis to keep the grass growth on the banks to a height o/six (6) inches or less. All weeds and volunteer plants should be removed. Fairway: Turfgrass actively growing. Overall acceptable condition. Some Goosegrass present needs to be controlled. Pest Control - All weeds, insects, and diseases should be controlled on an as needed basis. Green: Some of the areas have been resodded. Some Goosegrass present. Pest Control- All weeds, insects, and diseases should be controlled on an as needed basis. Hole # 11 Tee Box area: Goosegrass found throughout. Goosegrass also found in the apron area. Chemical control recommended. Tees Standards, sub-section: Leveling- all areas should be leveledfrom side to side and have a good turf cover. Pest Control- All weeds, insects, and diseases should be controlled on an as needed basis. Fairway: Large amounts of Goosegrass (Photo 14). Chlorotic (yellowing) turf grass conditions found on apron of sand trap. Monitor and determine corrective procedures. Pest Control- All weeds, insects, and diseases should be controlled on an as needed basis. Bunkers Standards:(*) All sand bunkers should be mechanically raked a minimlun of two (2) times per week. The bunkers should be "touched -up" on an as need basis. (*) There should be a minimum of four inches of sand at the bottom of each bunker and two (2) inches of sand on the face of each bunker. (*) Edge the bunkers to maintain a defined edge. The original shape and size of the bunker must be maintained. Do not drag the sand out over the edge of the bunker while raking. ............................................................................................................................................................ Storage Facility: Found relatively clean. Overall acceptable condition. ............................................................................................................................................................ Hole # 12 Tee Box area: Relatively free of weeds. Some herbicidal control needed. Sand trap areas are clean. Apron area to Sand traps are in need of weed control. Tees Standards, sub- section: Leveling- all areas should be leveled from side to side and have a good turf cover. Pest Control - All weeds, insects, and diseases should be controlled on an as needed basis. Bunkers Standards:(*) All sand bunkers should be mechanically raked a minimum of two (2) times per week. The bunkers should be "touched -up" on an as need basis. (*) There should be a minimum of four inches of sand at the bottom of each bunker and two (2) inches of sand on the face of each bunker. (*) Edge the bunkers to maintain a defined edge. The original shape and size of the bunker must be maintained;. Do not drag the sand out over the edge of the bunker while raking. Fairway: Acceptable condition. Presence of Goosegrass throughout area. Control needed. Weeds in sand traps. Pest Control - All weeds, insects, and diseases should be controlled on an as needed basis. Bunkers Standards:(*) All sand bunkers should be mechanically raked a minimum of two (2) times per week. The bunkers should be "touched -up" on an as need basis. (*) There should be a minimum of four inches of sand at the bottom of each bunker and two (2) inches of sand on the face of each bunker. (*) Edge the bunkers to maintain a defined edge. The original shape and size of the bunker must be maintained. Do not drag the sand out over the edge of the bunker while raking. Green: Overall acceptable condition. Hole # 15 Tee Box area: Overall acceptable condition. Nutsedge in apron area. Tees Standards, sub-section: Leveling- all areas should be leveled from side to side and have a good turf cover. Pest Control- All weeds, insects, and diseases should be controlled on an as needed basis. Fairway: Chemical bum in turfgrass areas, probably from fertilizer misapplication. Review fertilizer application procedures to avoid future damage. Sand traps are clean. Apron areas are full of weeds. Pest Control- All weeds, insects, and diseases should be controlled on an as needed basis. Green: Overall acceptable condition. Hole # 16 Tee Box area: Nutsedge present. Control needed. Tees Standards, sub-section: Leveling- all areas should be ll}yeled from side to side and have a good turf cover. Pest Control - All weeds, insects, and diseases should be controlled on an as needed basis. Fairway: Overall acceptable condition. Turfgrass actively growing. Some patchy areas with weeds. Some chemical damage (fertilizer) bum present. Pest Control- All weeds, insects, and diseases should be controlled on an as needed basis. Green: Turfgrass actively growing. Nutsedge on edges of Green. Control is needed. Pest Control- All weeds, insects, and diseases should be controlled on an as needed basis. Hole # 17 Tee Box area: Weed control needed. Tees Standards, sub-section: Leveling- all areas should be leveled from side to side and have a good turf cover. Pest Con trot - All weeds, insects, and diseases should be controlled on an as needed basis. Fairway: Overall acceptable condition. Some weeds present requiring control. Re-establish edges between sand traps and turfgrass. Pest Control - All weeds, insects, and diseases should be controlled on an as needed basis. Bunkers Standards:(*) All sand bunkers should be mechanically raked a minimum of two (2) times per week. The bunkers should be "touched -up" on an as need basis. (*) There should be a minimum offour inches of sand at the bottom of each bunker and two (2) inches of sand on the face of each bunker. (*) Edge the bunkers to maintain a defined edge. The original shape and size of the bunker must be maintained. Do not drag the sand out over the edge of the bunker while raking. Green: Acceptable condition, turfgrass actively growing. Some chemical bum noticed(Photo . Hole # 18 Tee Box area: Chemical damage (probably from fertilizer) in some areas. Some weeds but overall good condition. Tees Standards, sub-~ection: Leveling- all areas should be leveled from side to side andrhave a good turf cover. Pest Control - All weeds, insects, and diseases should be controlled on an as needed basis. Fairway: Chemical bum (fertilizer) in some areas. Weedy areas requiring control. Patchy/bare areas in certain sections. Weeds, particularly nuts edge in sand traps. Re-establish/c1ean edges between sand traps and turfgrass areas. Pest Control - All weeds, insects, and diseases should be controlled on an as needed basis. Bunkers Standards:(*) All sand bunkers should be mechanically raked a minimum of two (2) times per week. The bunkers should be "touched -up" on an as need basis. (*) There should be a minimum of four inches of sand at the bottom of each bunker and two (2) inches of sand on the face of each bunker. (*) Edge the bunkers to maintain a defined edge. The origbml shape and size of the bunker must be maintained. Do not drag the sand out over the edge of the bunker while raking. Green: Overall acceptable condition. Clubhouse Rear: . Re-establish clean border edge between turf grass and Ixora Nora Grant hedge. · Eliminate weeds growing through Silverthorn hedge. · Fertilize declining Date palm. Front: . Mechanical and chemical weed control needed in ornamental beds. 1-3 feet high Castor Bean weed seedlings growing amongst the ornamental plants need to be removed as soon as possible. . Queen palms exhibiting severe manganese (Mn) deficiency. Several specimens will die if not treated with a manganese sulfate product such as Tecmangan as soon as possible. Remove dead palm stump (Photo 16). Tree Standards, sub-section: Maintenance - all dead or broken limbs and trees should be removed. Removal should take place within seven (7) working days of the problem being noted. .. . Front swale area (next to Alton Road) needs to be edged. Grass is being mowed but is not being edged. . Circular bed area in front of Clubhouse needs proper maintenance. Mulch areas are being taken over by weeds from lack of herbicide applications. The border between the ornamental mulch areas and the turfgrass needs to be re-established and maintained (17,18). . Remove dead Schefflera stump (cut and grind). Tree Standards, sub-section: Maintenance - all dead or broken limbs and trees should be removed. Removal should take place within seven (7) working days of the problem being noted. 3-PAR GOLF COURSE INSPECTION REPORT DATE: 8/27/98 INSPECTORS: John Oldenburg, Assistant Director, Parks Division Robert Pardo, Horticulturist/Operations Supervisor The following information was compiled by conducting a visual inspection of the 3-Par Golf Course grounds and facilities. Overall, the golf course was rated average. Much improvement has been made in the cleaning and pruning away of weeds around trees and palms, particularly around the perimeter of the golf course. Work still needs to be done in the removal of hazardous dead branches from several trees, pruning of dead fronds from palms, clean out of certain landscape areas, and the removal of low growing branches and suckers from selected trees. Nevertheless, the golf course does provide an adequate environment for beginning golfers and beginner's training sessions. The condition and active growth ofthe turf grass in the Green's areas is good and are being well maintained. The following are some comments and observations regarding the condition of the golf course. . Remove dead branches from Mahogany tree by front entrance. Hazardous condition. . The Date palm in the center landscape island needs to be pruned and cleaned of weeds growing over it. Entire landscape island area needs to be better maintained. . Most of the Tee areas and Fairways are infested with Goose grass and other weeds. Renovation of certain areas will eventually be necessary in order to improve their appearance. .. . Remove broken and dead branches, including low growing branches, from Ficus tree located in the center ofthe golf course. . Most of the Green's areas are in an overall good condition and most of the sand traps have few weed problems, except for some nuts edge that needs to be controlled. . Remove dead Sabal palm stump. . Remove sucker growth and low growing branches from Black Olive trees (Photo 19). . Although some work has already been done, the under story of most trees and palms needs to be weed free and cleaned out. There are still several weed tree species such as Brazilian Pepper growing next to tree trunks that need to be removed (Photo 20 ) . . The Royal Palms, as with most other palms in the golf course, need to be pruned/cleaned. Tree Standards-sub-section: Pruning - Trees should be pruned to prevent unsightly sucker growth from ground level Tree Standards, sub-section: Maintenance - all dead or broken limbs and trees should be removed. Removal should take place within seven (7) working days of the problem being noted. ff3 "-. ~ 9F ;r t I ~ ~ I :~tT)'.,,~J 6? ~ .'., .,,':'. . '~ r / .:tr ~ \\ S/J!: ~ ~ tiff l ~ \\ ~ ~ CITY OF MIAMe BEACH GOLF cnURSE MAJi'fTENANCE STANDARDS Putting greens, Pr~ctice greens, & Nurseries Mowing Frequency At least five (5) days per week during the winter (November - April) and seven (7) days per week the remainder of the year (?vfay - October). AIl mowing patterns Vlill maintain the size and shape of the original design. Height of Cut 5/32" - 1/4", Heights may vary during seasons and weather changes. Bed-knives and reels should be shape and adjusted to provide a quality cut at all times. Hole changing Holes on all greens and practice greens should be changed daily during the "season" and at least three (3) times a week during the "off-season". The hole location should be moved at least fifteen (15) feet 'Nith each move. The hole should not be placed 'Nithin ten (10) feet of the edge of the green. CuIturall\-bin tenance ~ Aeration Core the greens at least three (3) time per year 'Nith one-half (112) inch to five-eights (5/8) inch hollow tines when the soil temperature is sixty-five (65) degrees or higher. The cores should be rem~ved from green following coring. The coring should be done 'Nith tines that penetrate the ground at least three (3) inches and be on centers of four (4) inches or less. Spiking of the greens should be done once per week as long as the bermudagrass is actively growing. The spiking should penetrate at least one (l) inch. .. Topdressing All areas maintained at putting green height should be topdressed bi-weekly 'Nith a high sand content material that is free of any particles larger then one-forth (1/4) inch in diameter. All topdressing material must be presented to the City for approval. The topdressing should be applied at a rate of one-half (112) cubic yard of material per five thousand (5,000) square feet. Following coring the greens should be topdressed with enough material to fill the aeration holes. EXHIBIT C Verticai mo".,.;ng Light vertic~l mo....ing should be done bi-weekly. The vertical units should not penetrate into the soil. Only the tops of the grass should be clipped. Heavy vertical mowing should be done in the fall and spring. This vertical mowing should penetrate one-quarter (1/4) inch into the thatch. fertilization Light frequent applications of fertilizer should be made. Apply one- half (112) to three quarters (3/4) pounds of nitrogen per one thousand (1,000) square feet every two (2) weeks. A yearly total of t\.lIelve (12) to eighteen (18) pounds per one thousand (1,000) square feet should beapplied. Climatic conditions ""';11 dictate the actual amount that is applied. A balance fertilization schedule should be followed. Yearly soil tests should be taken to assist in the establishing a fertility program. Pesticide Usage The greens should be monitored on a daily basis for any indications of disease, insect, or weed activity. Any disease, insect, or weed control products should be applied at label recommended rates. ... The City requires that records of pesticide usage be ket't in compliance with EP A standards and submitted to the City on a monthly basis. Winter Overseeding It is assumed that the proper care and maintenance ofbermudagrass greens will preclude the need for winter overseeding with perennial rye~s" Co lIars Mo....-ing All areas should be mowed three (3) times per week. Height of Cut 'Three-eigb,ts (3/8) inch to one-half (112) inch should be used on all areas. Using the same height of cut on tees and collars ....-ill ma.!(e a more efficient use if the equipment. f ertili.ution Include in greens program. Aeration Included in greens programs. ", Pesticide Usage Included in greens programs Tees Mowing Height of Cut Tee Markers Fertilization Aeration Topdressing . << Vertical mowing Leveling Divots Ball washers All areas should be mowed three (3) times per week. Three-eights (3/3) inch to one-half (112) inch should be used on.all areas. Using the same height of cut on tees and collars will m:J.ke a more efficient use if the equipment All reels and bed-knives should be sharp and adjusted to provide a quality cut at all times. Markers should be moved daily to prevent worn areas. Markers should be clean and painted. Markers should be placed so that they direct play to the center of the fainvay or green. Damaged or missing markers should be replaced immediately. Apply nitrogen in three-quarter (3/4) to one (1) pound per one thousand (1,000) square foot applications. Nitrogen should be applied at a total annual rate of eight (8) to twelve (12) pounds per one thousand (1,000) square feet Coring similar to the greens should be done at least mice per year. Topdressing should be done foIlo'Ning each coring operation. The holes should be filled. Three (3) to four (4) vertical momngs should be done per year... The thatch layer should not exceed one-half (112) inch. All areas should be level from side-to side and have a good turf cover. Divots s~ould be filled on a weekly basis \\lith sand. All ball washers should have water and soap in them at all times. Water should be changed once per week. Towels should be attached to the ball washers. Ball washers should be straight and painted. All knobs should be in good repair. Perrnanentyardage markers Edged, painted and visible at all times. Tee signs Signs should be erect, clean, painted and readable at all times. ::Junkers Fairways 11 Mowing Height of cut Fertilization Aeration Vertical mowing Pest control All s.::.."d bwlkers should be mechanically raked a minim~ of two (2) times per week. The bW1.kers should be "touch-up" on an as need basis. There should be a minimum offour (4) inches of sand at the bottom of each bwlker and nvo (2) inches of sand on the face of each bunker. The depth, size, and shape of the bunkers should be maintained as originally designed. Replacement sand should contain no particles larger than one-half (112) inch in size. Furthermore no sand will more than five (5) percent particles one-half (1/2) inch in diameter and not contain more than five (5) percent fines. Edge the bunkers to maintain a defined edge. The original shape and size of the bunker must be maintained. Do not drag the sand out over the edge of the bunker when raking. All areas should be mowed three (3) time per week. All equipment should be set at one-half (112) inch to five-eights (5/8) inch. The reels and bed-knives should be sharp and adjusted to provide a quality cut at all times. All areas should receive eight (8) to ten (10) pounds of nitrogen per year. Applications shall be made on a monthly basis. Soil tests should be taken annually to determine the ratio of materials used. All areas should be cored twice annually. The coring should penetrate a minimum of nvo (2) inches into the soil. The coring holes should not exceed a spacing of eight (8) inches and be less than one-half (112) inch in diameter. Vertical mowing should be done to control LlJ.e thatch !evels in the fairways. The thatch layer should not exceed three-fourths (3/4) inch. All ~eeds, insects, and diseases should be controlled on an as needed' basis. R.uughs :lJldPublic areas Mowing Height of cut Fertilization Pest control Lakes and Ponds All are:J..S should be mowed once- per week. All mowing should be bern'een one (1) inch and one and one-half (1 1/2) inches in height. Reel or rotary mowers may be used. All areas should receive a minimum of five (5) pounds of nitrogen per year. Applications shall be made Quarterly. Soil tests should be used to determine any additional nutrients. All weeds, insects, and dise:J..Ses shouLd be controlled on an as needed basis. AlL aquatic areas should be neat and clean in appearance. The water and banks should beclear of weeds, trash, and other debris. The edges of the lakes and ponds should be trimmed on an as needed basis to keep the grass growth on the banks to a height of six (6) inches or less. All weeds and volunteer plants should be remo ved. All drain lines and pipes connecting ponds and lakes should be maintained free of obstructions and functioning in a m~er for which they were designed. Tre~3 LeJf removal pruning Maintenance All trees should be maintained in-a attractive manner. The leaves , frons, and needles from the trees should be removed from the golf course in a timely manner when they fall to the ground. Tree should be pruned to prevent unsightly sucker gro\'vth from the limbs and trunks. Trees should be trimmed at least six (6) feet up from ground level. All dead or broken limbs and trees should be removed. Removal should take place within seven (7) working days of the problem being noted. Cart Paths and Other Paved Areas Maintenance ... Traffic Control Drainage Irrigation System Maintenance Existing cart paths should be maintained in a smooth clean condition. The paths should be free of pot holes and broken pavement. The paved paths should be edged monthly. Any pavement broken after the signing of this agreement shall be replaced within thirty (30) days of the damage occurring. Cart traffic should be controlled to prevent turf wear along the .edges of to pavement Traffic control measures should include, but not be restricted to, the use of ropes and stakes, curbing, and directional SIgns. Drains and surface grading should be done to prevent water from collecting on or along side of the paved cart paths. The cart paths should in no ~ay restrict the surface or sub-surface drainage of " water from the golf course. The system should be kept in a good state of repair. All heads, valves and controlIers should perform in a manner that W25 specified by the manufacturer. All main lines, lateral lines, pumps, and hydraulic lines should be main~ed in good working condition. Sprinkler heads should be maintained in a good condition. All Repair Additional Heads Frequency Priority of distribution .. Fencing Maintenance Buildings Maintenance Cleanliness . heads should have covers and be free of debris. All heads should be edged every eight (8) weeks. Control boxes should be maintained in an attractive manner. The boxes should be secured, painted, and in good working condition. Clocks should be in a condition to perform in the manner specified by the manufacturer. Any defective heads or parts to the irrigation system should be replaced or repaired within thirty-six (36) hours of discovery. Because ofIocal wind conditions it may be necessary to add heads to provide adequate water coverage to critical areas of the tees, greens, and fairways. These heads should be added on an as needed basis. Irrigate as required to maintain adequate soil moisture for proper turf development and appearance. 1) greens, 2) tees, 3) fairways, 4) trees, 5) other turfand landscaped areas. Any fencing used for property boundaries or security purposes should be maintained in the manner it was designed. Any breaks or other damage should be repaired immediately. Any gates or doors should be properly secured with a locking device approved by the city. All buildings and structures shall be maintained in good repair. The buildings shall conform with all federal, state, and local government regulation.s for sanitation aDS safety. The golf course maintenance building and lot shall comply witb all OSHA. and EP A regulations for storage of any disease, weed, insect control products. Fertilizers storage shall comply with all OSHA regulations. The b"cildings shall be kept clean of dirt, oil, and any other material that will cause lUl.Sanitary conditions to exist Equipment In ventory Maintenance and Repair Record keeping l\-!aintenance Crew ... Crew size Training Should contain the minimum list of golf course maintenance listed in attached form. - All equipment should be maintained in good working order. Maintenance and repair shall be done in accordance with manufacturers recommendations. All mowing equipment shall be sharp and adjusted to provide a clean even cut on the grass. A record of all maintenance and repair shall be kept on every piece of equipment A record of all fuel and oil consumption shall be kept for every piece of equipment A record of all pesticide usage shall be in compliance with EP A standards and submitted to the City on a monthly basis. A maintenance staff shall be maintained that can comply with the above standards. The average crew size in the south Florida rCJgion is eight (8) to ten (10) full time employees. Additional part-time help is added during the summer months. Every employee shall be trained in the operation of the equipment and with the etiquette of golf. "