HomeMy WebLinkAboutIR 9401INFORMAL REPORT TO CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS No. 9401
The purpose of this Informal Report is to outline the Parks and Community Services Department's
operational cost savings program of reduced mowing in selected areas within parks called
"pattern mowing"
reduction As a result of a $386,969 budget package implemented # level of
reduced park operations was reduced by six positions. To compensate, the trimming and edging of parks
was year
dormant season.
The complaints from . - completely
edged and trimmed park even if the overall maintenance frequency • to be extended. On
October, 12, 2010, staff presented Informal Report ! i to outline a plan to expand
pattern mowing program throughout to free up funding for the restoration
frequent trimming and edging.
Under normal circumstances, the majority of parks are mowed on a 14 day cycle, while areas
identified for pattern mowing are on a 28 day cycle. Areas that are used for active recreation
playgrounds, such as * days,
.rt that are less utilized or are not conducive # are mowed every 28 days.
suitability The criteria used to determine #
• Size of park (Generally 20 acres or larger, which will exclude most neighborhood parks)
• Undeveloped or remote areas of parks
• Areas of low use or with small usable space
• Undeveloped /reserve parks
• Natural areas /wildlife areas
• To enhance erosion control efforts
• To enhance storm water management best management practices
abnormally This summer, due to the •
temporarily will also be • 21 days through August 28. This will eliminate
one full mowing cycle at a cost savings of 1
regarding Should you have any questions this report, • # Zavala, Parks
Director Community Services Department
Torn Higgins
Interim City Manager
ISSUED BY THE CITY MANAGER FORT WO.