HomeMy WebLinkAbout9.b. Public Works Quality Standards REISEI\4O1iNT EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
CITY COUNCIL
City Council Meeting: December 18, 2012
AGENDA ITEM: Public Works Quality Standards AGENDA SECTION:
New Business
PREPARED BY: Andrew J. Brotzler, PE, Director of ublic AGENDA NO. 6110.
Works / City Engineer '
ATTACHMENTS: Public Works Quality Standards APPROVED BY:
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RECOMMENDED ACTION: Motion to Approve the Updated Public Works Quality Standards
ISSUE:
The Public Works Quality Standards outlines the objectives and standards that have been established as a
guide for the daily activities and responsibilities of the Department. We continually review and update our
Quality Standards to meet the changing needs of our organization and our community. Staff is
recommending Council approval of the proposed revisions to this document.
BACKGROUND:
The Public Works Quality Standards was formally adopted by the City Council in October 2006.
Revisions to the document were approved by Council in 2007, 2008 and 2010. Staff continues to review
the document on an annual basis and make revisions and updates whenever necessary.
The attached Public Works Quality Standards highlights numerous minor changes,as well as the following
notable changes:
• A new standard for evaluating equipment using the Equipment Evaluation Matrix reviewed by
Council in November 2012.
• A new standard for fog sealing bituminous trails within three (3) years of initial construction.
• Updated maps for boulevard maintenance,priority plowing and sidewalk/trail plowing to include
the new residential developments (Prestwick,Greystone) and two new pedestrian trails along
Diamond Path and Trunk Highway 3.
• Revised standards for painting and carpet replacement for high-traffic and low-traffic office areas.
• The Snowplowing Policy has been revised and added to the Quality Standards in the Appendix.
Including this policy within the Quality Standards is beneficial in two ways:
✓ It eliminates duplication and provides consistency between the two documents
✓ It ensures the policy will be reviewed annually and updated as necessary
SUMMARY:
Staff recommends Council approval of the updated Public Works Quality Standards,including the revised
Snowplowing Policy included within.
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PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Overview and Mission Statement Page 1
Vehicles and Equipment Pages 2-3
Trails and Sidewalks Page 4
Paved Roads Page 5-6
Gravel Roads Page 7-8
FIGURE 1: Chloride Map Page 8
Street Sweeping Pages 9-10
FIGURE 2: Commercial Sweeping Areas Page 10
Boulevards and Ditches Pages 11-14
FIGURE 3: City-maintained Page 13
FIGURE 4: Development-maintained Page 14
Signs and Traffic Markings Page 15
Water Supply and Distribution System Page 16
Sanitary Sewer Collection System Page 17
Storm Drainage System Page 18
Building Maintenance Page 19-20
Winter Operations Page 21
Park Maintenance Pages 22-28
Appendix A- Equipment Evaluation Information
Appendix B - Inspection Forms
Appendix C- Snowplowing Policy and Operating Procedures
Created: August 2005
Adopted by Council: September 2006
I Updated: December 2007,December 2008,August 2010,December 2012
OVERVIEW
The purpose of this manual is to clearly define the Objectives and Quality Standards for the
various functions and activities of the Rosemount Public Works Department. These
Objectives and Quality Standards are established as a framework to effectively carry out the
mission of the Public Works Department, and will be reviewed annually.
MISSION STATEMENT
Our mission is to enhance the quality of life through responsive, efficient, and cost-effective
delivery of services consistent with community values. With sound management, fiscal
responsibility and professional care, the Department will preserve and protect the
infrastructure resources of the City, creating a safe, clean and enjoyable environment for
residents and businesses.
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Public Works Quality Standards 1
VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT
OBJEC;I1VES
• To keep all city vehicles and equipment in excellent working condition in order to
o maximize their resale salvage value
o minimize repair/replacement costs
o extend their useful life
• To ensure all vehicles and equipment are maintained for safe operation.
• To minimize downtime resulting from major repairs.
• To eliminate unnecessary costs related to overextending the useful lifespan of our
assets.
QUALITY STANDARDS
• Regular preventive maintenance shall be performed and recorded for all vehicles and
equipment according to a schedule based on manufacturer's recommendations.
• Vehicles shall be operated according to the guidelines set forth in the Public Works
Idling Policy.
• Vehicles and equipment shall be cleaned as necessary. During the winterplowing
season,vehicles and equipment shall be cleaned within three (3) days of becoming
dwhenever an accumulation of dirt or salt is visible, in order to prevent
corrosion.
• Maintenance and repair priority shall be given according to the following:
1. Fire and Rescue vehicles
2. Police vehicles
3. Seasonal vehicles and equipment
4. Off-season vehicles and equipment
• A Cartegraph database shall be maintained and updated to include the following
information for each asset:
1. Asset description (make, model,year,VIN,etc.)
2. Purchase price
3. Purchase date
4. Maintenance costs
5. Fuel costs
6. Expected replacement date
Vehicles and equipment shall be evaluated for replacement 6 to 12 months prior to
scheduled replacement,or as determined to be necessary.and rated annually using the
Council-approved Equipment Evaluation Matrix (provided in Appendix A). Evaluation
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dates will be determined from the guidelines in the following list, and the
evaluationCondition scores shall be documented by the mechanics using the Asset
Evaluation Form previded-in Cartegraph.the Appendix.
ASSET EXPECTED LIFE (IN YEARS)*
Aerator Attachment 15
Asphalt Mill 10
Automobile 12
Backhoe 20
Compressor 10
Easement Machine 12
Grader 15
Jetter Truck 12
Loader 15
Mower(Groundsmaster) 69
Mower(6-foot trim) 10
Mower(21" push) 10
Overhead Shop Crane 15
Pickup Truck 12
Plow Truck w/attachments (single and tandem axle) 12
Portable Generator 20
Sand Blaster 10
6-foot Slit Seeder 15
Sidewalk Trackless 2015
Skid-Steer(bobcat) 10
Snow Blower(mounted) 20
Sprayer Attachment 15
Street Sweeper 10
Striper(ball fields) 12
Tractor 2015
Trailers 20
Trash Pump 6" 15
Tree Spade 15
Turf Vacuum 10
Vibratory Roller 10
Vactor Truck 2015
Vehicle Hoist 15
This list is for long-range planning purposes and identifies the minimum-average
life expectancy for the asset. The initial evaluation for retention/replacement will
typically be conducted when the asset reaches its minimum life expectancy.
Public Works Quality Standards 3
TRAILS AND SIDEWALKS
OBJECIIVES
• To provide a safe, smooth pedestrian surface with minimal defects.
• To protect the investment of the sidewalks and trails,and extend their useful life.
• To eliminate hazards to pedestrians and bicycle riders.
QUALITY STANDARDS
• Sidewalk and trail inspections shall occur annually in the spring using a GPS unit to
document location, condition, and quantities of sections needing repair.
• Bituminous trails shall be scheduled for fog seal within three (3) years of new
construction.
• Concrete sidewalks shall be scheduled for repair when:
o pitting exceeds 'A inch in depth and 4 inches in diameter.
o joints or cracks protrude more than 'h inch.
o there is severe diagonal cracking.
• Bituminous trails shall be scheduled for repair when:
o there are severe signs of weather damage,polishing or bleeding surfaces.
o bumps or depressions exceed 1 inch and cover up to 10 feet of surface area.
o bumps or depressions at pedestrian ramps exceed 1/2 inch.
Refer to the "Winter Operations" section (page 20)SNOWPLOWING POLICY AND
OPERATING PROCEDURES in Appendix C for a summary of the snow and ice removal
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PAVED ROADS
I (89 total miles,228 lane-miles)
OBJECIIVES
• To provide a smooth, safe riding surface with minimal defects.
• To eliminate hazards to vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
• To protect the investment of the road surface and subgrade.
QUALITY STANDARDS
• As part of the City's Pavement Management Program(PMP),one-third (1/3) of the
City's streets shall be inspected annually. Observations shall be entered into
Cartegraph in order to maintain a 5-year Capital Improvement Plan (QP). In 2009,
as part of the annual PMP update, a standard was reviewed and established to
maintain an OCT of 77.1,this being the 2009 average 00 for the entire city street
network.60 for local streets and 75 for collector streets.
• Cracks shall be sealed when the width exceeds 1/2 inch.
• Repairs and/or crack filling shall be completed prior to sealcoating on all streets
scheduled for sealcoating within the next year.
• The cause for water ponding exceeding one (1) inch shall be repaired and eliminated.
• Cross slope of pavement from the center line to the edge of the pavement shall be
uniform over the section of the road.
• Concrete curb and gutter settlements exceeding two (2) inches shall be repaired.
• Bituminous surfaces shall be scheduled for repair when:
o depressions or bumps exceed two (2) inches and cover up to ten (10) feet of
surface area.
o depressions or bumps exceed 'h inch at railroad track crossings, catch basins,
manholes,valve boxes, or other similar structure.
o ruts, corrugations or pushing exceed one (1) inch, or are located in the wheel
path.
o there is surface alligatoring or checking.
o broken pavement edges, potholes,breaks or raveled areas exceed three (3) inches
in length or diameter.
o severe surface polishing causes excessively slippery conditions when wet.
o bleeding surfaces constitute a hazard to the road user.
Refer to the "Winter Operations" section (page 20)SNOWPLOWING POLICY AND
OPERATING PROCEDURES in Appendix C for a summary of the snow and ice removal
standards for paved roads.
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Public Works Quality Standards 6
GRAVEL ROADS
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OBJECTIVES
• To provide a smooth, safe riding surface with minimal defects.
• To eliminate hazards to vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
• To protect the investment of the road surface and subgrade.
• To maximize visibility by preventing excessive dust formation.
QUALITY STANDARDS
• Cross slope shall be adequate to carry water off the surface into the ditches.
• Calcium chloride shall be applied annually(coordinated through Dakota County)to
gravel roads west of Akron Avenue as illustrated in FIGURE 1.
• Beginning in 2011,calcium chloride shall only be applied to gravel roads west of
Akron Avenue (map on following page).
• Grading shall occur annually, and whenever necessary throughout the season.
• Gravel surfaces shall be repaired when:
o corrugations (washboarding) exceed one (1) inch.
o loose aggregate berms exceed two (2) inches along the shoulder or centerline.
o potholes exceed two (2) inches in depth and two (2) feet in diameter.
o ruts exceed two (2) inches in depth.
Refer to the "Winter Operations" section (page 20) SNOWPLOWING POLICY AND
OPERATING PROCEDURES in Appendix C for a summary of the snow and ice removal
standards for gravel roads.
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FIGURE 1
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STREET SWEEPING
OBJEC I1VES
• To prevent injuries and annoyances arising from street debris.
• To prevent damage to pedestrians, property and vehicles caused by loose objects
being displaced by traffic.
• To promote safety by removing debris that could create a fire hazard or cause
skidding conditions.
• To comply with NPDES Phase II by preventing clogging of storm sewers, catch
basin grates and inlets, and silting of storm water ponds.
• To enhance the appearance of the community.
QUALITY STANDARDS
• Street sweeping shall occur as needed,generally between April 1" and November
30'x, based on the traffic and pedestrian volume, and on the amount of debris which
is observed on the roads.
• Spring city-wide sweeping shall be completed by April 30" each year.
• All urban streets shall be swept three times annually,in the spring,summer and fall.
• Commercial areas - illustrated in FIGURE 2 shall be swept
monthly between April 1" and November 30'" each year.
• Commercial areas shall be swept prior to Memorial Day,Independence Day, and
Leprechaun Days. They shall also be swept immediately after Leprechaun Days.
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BOULEVARDS AND DITCHES
OBJEC;IIVES
• To prevent roadside vegetation from becoming a traffic hazard and/or acting as a
snow fence.
• To maintain proper drainage.
• To minimize erosion onto street surfaces.
• To minimize the growth of noxious weeds.
• To enhance the appearance of our community.
QUALITY STANDARDS
• City-maintained boulevards and rights-of-way area (listed below) shall be maintained
in accordance with the "Right-of-Way and Boulevard Maintenance Policy."
Boulevards and rights-of-way area shall be mowed when grass/vegetation
exceeds four(4) inches.
Boulevards and rights-of-way area shall remain cleared of debris and weeds.
v Boulevard and right-of-way trees shall remain pruned so that no part is
within ten (10) feet of the ground, and so that no part is restricting the view
or safe passage of any pedestrian or vehicle traffic.
• All ditches and other rights-of-way shall be mowed at least once by June 15' each
year, and twice thereafter before winter.
• Debris shall be removed from ditches twice annually in the spring and fall, and
whenever necessary throughout the season.
• Overgrowth shall be removed from ditches annually in the spring.
• The cause for standing water observed in ditches shall be eliminated.
• Erosion shall be minimized along ditch bottoms and adjacent to the roadbeds.
• Noxious weeds along roadside ditches shall be cut before going to seed and spot
sprayed as needed.
• Tree and landscape trimming shall occur between November 1" and March 31" each
year.
Public Works Quality Standards 11
BOULEVARDS AND RIGHTS-OF-WAY AREA MAINTAINED BY THE CITY
BOULEVARD FROM TO MILES
145th Street West (north side) Shannon Parkway 2"d house west of Chili .45
145th Street West (north side) Bloomfield Path CSAH 42 .24
145th Street West (south side) 1 Diamond Path Dallara Avenue West .37
145th Street West(south side) Family Resource Center Family Resource Center .12
Auburn Avenue Bloomfield Path 260'west of Autumnwood .10
Biscayne Avenue (east side) St.Joseph's Church Railroad Tracks .30
Biscayne Avenue (west side) 550' south of 145th Street W CSAH 42 .35
Bloomfield Park East side West side .16
Bloomfield Path Auburn Avenue 135'east of Avalon Path .03
Bonaire Path (south side) TH 3 Bacardi Avenue .91
Boulder Trail(south side) Biscayne Avenue Boulder Court .79
Business Parkway center islands .18
Business Parkway(east side) Brenner Court CSAH 42 .11
Business Parkway(west side) 148`h Street CSAH 42 .20
Chippendale Ave (both sides) 3 145th Street West CSAH 42 .97
Chippendale Ave (west side) 2 1515` Street West CSAH 46 .90
Chippendale Ave (east side) 2 CSAH 46 1400'north of CSAH 46 .26
Connemara Trail(north side) TH 3 East side of Meadows Park 1.08
Connemara Trail (south side) TH 3 Biscayne Avenue .44
Connemara Trail (south side) St.Joseph's Church Azalea Avenue .27
Connemara Trail (both sides) East of Auburn Avenue Akron Avenue 1.09
Connemara Water Tower West side Clare Downs Way .16
CSAH 42 (north side) 1 Diamond Path Retail center 1.31
CSAH 42 center islands Diamond Path TH 3 .78
Diamond Path (east side) 1 CSAH 4246 CSAH Trail .992.0
Dodd Boulevard (south side) 3 Twin Puddles 14800 Dodd Boulevard .20
TH 3 (east side) South end of Kwik Trip CSAH 42 .16
TH 3 (east side) Park&Ride lots Park&Ride lots .12
TH 1 (west side) Community Center Connemara Trail .22
Shannon Parkway(east side) CSAH 38 Houses 1.22
Shannon Parkway(east side) 2 Connemara Trail CSAH 42 1.09
Shannon Parkway(east side)2 300' south of 1515` Street W CSAH 46 .79
Shannon Parkway(west side) December Trail CSAH 46 .84
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fence (or landscaping) of the property owner.
'Excludes townhome associations,businesses, churches and schools.
3 Excludes front-facing private properties.
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SIGNS AND TRAFFIC MARKINGS
OBjEC11 ES
• To provide clean and legible traffic signs that are visible in both day and night
conditions.
• To comply with all MUI'CD standards for retroreflectivity
• To know the condition and location of all signs.
• To provide clearly-defined pedestrian markings on pavement.
QUALITY STANDARDS
• One-third(1/3) of the City's traffic and street signs shall be inspected annually for
clarity and reflectivity in accordance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control
Devices. Deficient signs and/or posts shall be repaired or replaced accordingly.
• A Cartegraph database shall be maintained to include location, condition, facing
direction,type of post, installation date,and expected replacement date (in general, a
street sign is expected to last ten (10) years). All signs shall be evaluated six (6)
months prior to the anticipated replacement date.
• Repair or replace broken sign posts within 48 hours of notice.
• Crosswalk markings shall be painted annually.
• Streets shall be scheduled for striping based on observations made during annual
road surface inspections.
• High-quality latex paint shall be used for all striping.
• Sign or signal obstructions such as weeds,trees, shrubs and/or construction
materials shall be removed within seven (7) days of notice.
Public Works Quality Standards 15
WATER SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM
OBJEC11VES
• To efficiently provide a safe,clear and uninterrupted supply of drinking water.
• To ensure the system will be able to perform to meet the demands for daily use and
fire protection.
• To keep unaccounted-for loss of water to less than 10%.
• To extend the life of all components as long as possible.
QUALITY STANDARDS
• All hydrants and valves shall be accessible and easily operable at any given time.
• Hydrants shall be raised to maintain break-off flange at two (2) inches above grade.
• Hydrant flushing shall be completed in the spring after the first city-wide sweeping.
Advance notice shall be published in the newspaper and on the City's website, and
each action and/or repair shall be documented in Cartegraph.
• Hydrants shall be painted every 8 to 10 years, or as needed based on inspection
results.
• All valves shall have at least two (2) recorded ties to them for locations.
• Water towers shall be inspected every seven (7) years.
• Check and record well pumps and motors in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions.
• Well pumps shall be reconditioned every seven (7) years.
• Gate valves shall be inspected and operated every five (5) years.
• Water meters for City buildings and irrigation shall be read and recorded quarterly.
• Water pumpage readings from each well shall be recorded daily(done through
SCADA)
• Well draw down measurements for all wells shall be recorded monthly.
• Check and record chlorine, fluoride and polyphosphatcchemical feeds and pumps
weekly to ensure chemicals stay within the following ranges:
✓ Fluoride - 0.9 to 1.5 ppm
✓ Chlorine - 0.2 to 0.5 ppm
✓ Polyphosphates as needed to keep mains clean (not regulated by the State)
• Samples shall be taken annually to test for substances on the EPA pollutant list.
• Satisfy the Minnesota Department of Health requirements by
o taking monthly bacteriological samples.
o recording flows and fluoride usage.
o publishing the annual Drinking Water Report and distributing to allnotifying
residents and businesses of its availability on the City website.
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SANITARY SEWER COLLECTION SYSTEM
OBJECTIVES
• To minimize chances of property damage resulting from main line backups.
• To safely and efficiently collect and transport sewage to MWCC collector mains.
• To minimize surface water inflow.
QUALITY STANDARDS
• One-third(1/3) of all sanitary sewer lines measuring 12-inches or less*shall be jetted
annually on a rotating schedule. Known problem areas shall be jetted more
frequently as needed. Each action/repair shall be documented in Cartegraph.
• Deficient manholes or needed repairs shall be documented in Cartegraph during
routine jetting operations. A summary report shall be created after jetting is
completed,and repairs shall be scheduled and performed accordingly.
• Sanitary sewers shall be televised prior to street reconstruction projects.
• Lift station wetwells shall be cleaned twice annually in the spring and fall.
• Lift stations operation shall be inspected reviewed 2-3 times per week
• Dry well pumps, motors and packing shall be serviced according to the
manufacturer's instructions.
• Non-functioning pumps or motors shall be repaired or replaced within 48 hours.
• Broken forecemains and sanitary sewer lines shall be repaired within 48 hours.
City equipment is not able to clean lines that are larger than 12-inches.
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STORM DRAINAGE SYSTEM
OBJECTIVES
• To maintain the proper operation of the storm drainage system in order to minimize
the chance of property damage resulting from plugged outlets or inlets.
• To comply with the requirements of the NPDES permit.
QUALITY STANDARDS
• All of the City's catch basins shall be inspected annually. All catch basins found to
be more than 50% full shall also be cleaned that year. Records shall be kept for each
inspection, cleaning, and/or repair.
• Storm ponds shall be inspected annually in the spring.
• Catch basin grates shall be cleaned when more than 25% of the grate is obstructed.
• Curb box inlets shall be cleaned when any obstruction is blocking the inlet opening.
• Grates on flared-end sections or drop inlets shall be cleaned when more than 25% of
the opening is obstructed.
• Sand deltas from flared-end section outlets shall be cleaned when they reach a depth
of 1/3 of the opening height, but in no case shall the depth exceed eight (8) inches.
• Missing grates or castings shall be replaced immediately upon reporting.
• Broken grates or castings shall be replaced within one (1) week,unless they pose a
hazard to bicycles or pedestrians, in which case they shall be replaced immediately.
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BUILDING MAINTENANCE
OB_JEUIIVES
• To protect our investment
• To provide a safe,clean, professional environment for City employees, elected
officials,and citizens.
QUALITY STANDARDS FOR EXTERIOR ENVIRONMENTS:
• Building exteriors shall be inspected annually for major disrepair,with observations
recorded on the Building Exterior Inspection Form provided in-the Appendix B.
• Chipped, peeling, cracked or dull painted surfaces shall be repaired.
• Cracked or broken windows shall be replaced within 72 hoursimmediately upon
notice.
• Cracks exceeding 1/8 inch shall be repaired.
• Garage doors and pedestrian doors that do not open and close freely shall be
repaired within two (2) days of immediately upon notice.
• Flat, asphalt-surface roofs shall be inspected every 3-4 years for leaks or other
damage (contracted work).
• Building exteriors shall be painted every 6-8 years.
QUALITY STANDARDS FOR INTERIOR ENVIRONMENTS:
• Building interiors shall be inspected annually for major disrepair,with observations
recorded on the Building Interior Inspection Form provided in-the Appendix B.
• Tile floors and all carpeted areas shall be cleaned and/or vacuumed weekly.
• Restrooms and locker rooms shall be cleaned daily.
• Fingerprints and other marks shall be removed from all windows and glass surfaces
daily.
• All trash and recyclables shall be picked up and deposited into appropriate pickup
containers daily.
• Council chambers, conference rooms and lobby areas shall be dusted weekly.
Council chambers shall be vacuumed bi-weekly or as needed.
• Marks on walls shall be painted as needed. Cracks or other damage to walls shall be
repaired when reported.
• All carpet receiving heavy traffic - such as hallways,council chambers, etc. - shall be
cleaned every six (6) months using a shampoo/steam cleaner. All other carpet shall
be cleaned annually.
• Non-working lights shall be replaced within one (1) day of notice or request.
• Building interiors shall be painted every 6 8 ycars.based on the following schedule:
✓ 24-hour office areas painted every 4-6 years
✓ Normal office areas painted every 6-8 years
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✓ Low traffic office areas painted every 8-10 years
• Carpet shall be replaced every 12 20 years, as ncccssary.based on the following
schedule:
✓ 24-hour office areas — replace carpet every 5-6 years
✓ Normal office areas — replace carpet every 10-15 years
✓ Low traffic office areas — replace carpet every 15-20 years
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WINTER OPERATIONS
Plowing, Ice Control, Downtown Snow Removal
OB JECIIVES
• To reduce the hazards of icy conditions for motorists and pedestrians.
• To maintain bare pavement conditions on all public streets.
• To reduce economic losses to the community and local industry caused by workers
and customers unable to get to their intended locations.
• To facilitate the handling of emergencies by fire and police officials.
• To maintain safe, passable school bus and winter recreation routes.
• To minimize the amount of damage to streets and property caused by City
equipment.
QUALITY STANDARDS:
City-maintained streets, sidewalks,trails, rinks and parking lots shall be maintained in
accordance with the CITY SNOWPLOWING POLICY AND OPERATING PROCEDURES, which is
included in Appendix C.
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PARK MAINTENANCE
OBJECI1VES
• To protect and enhance the City's recreational areas,open spaces,trees,prairies,
wetlands, and other natural resources.
• To provide a safe, clean and attractive environment for residents to enjoy.
• To remain environmentally conscious in the selection and application of fertilizers,
pesticides and other chemicals used in the parks.
• To be courteous and responsive to resident concerns,offering timely, fiscally-
responsible solutions.
• To protect our investment and increase the lifespan of our public assets.
QUALITY STANDARDS
Park maintenance includes full management of the following components:
• Baseball/Softball Fields
• Soccer Fields
• Football Fields
• Play Structures
• Tennis Courts
• Basketball Courts
• Volleyball Courts
• Ice Rinks
• Furnishings
• Shelters/Pavilions
• Lighting Systems
• Parking Areas
• Trees/Landscaping
• Turf Management
• Waste/Debris Management *
• Refuse pickup and removal in all City parks and public areas is managed by
an outside contractor. It is the responsibility of the Parks and Recreation
Department to oversee and evaluate the performance of the contractor to
ensure compliance with City standards.
Quality Standards have been established through careful consideration of several factors,
including public visibility,safety, overall functionality, and frequency and type of use. The
TABLE 1 indicates the amenities that are available at each location, along
with a number indicating the assigned maintenance level.(defined below), Maintenance
levels are defined on pages 24-28.
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TABLE 1 - Maintenance Level Assignments
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Bloomfield Park 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
Central Pork 1 1 1 1 1,2 1 1 2
Connema-a Park 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1
DCTC Salcer Fields 1 1 1
Erickson 'ark 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1
Innisfree 1'ark 1 1 1 2 1 2
Jaycee Palk 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
Meadows'Park 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1
Shannon lark 1 1 1 1 1 1
UMore B4.11fields 1 1
Winds Patk 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1
I Non-Irrigated Parks
Birch Paric 1 1 1 2 3
Biscayne lark 1 2 1 3
Brockway'Park 2 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 3
Business lark 3
Camfield Park 2 2 1 1 2 1 2 1 3
Carrolls V}/oods 3
Charlie's lark 1 1 3
Chippendale Park 2 2 1 2 2 1 1 3
Claret Parlk 1 1 1 3
Dallara Pork 1 1 1 3
Kidder Pork 2 2 1 1 3
Lions Par}c 1 1 3
Schwarz 1#ark 1 1 2 1 3
Twin Puddles Park 2 2 1 2 3
I Other Areas
City Hall/lPub Wks 1 1 1 2
Community Center 1 1 1 2
Fam.Resource Center 1 2 1 3
Fire Station 1 1 1 2
Fire Static}n 2 1 1 2
Former Glen-Ryan Area
Koch Trall 1 3
Middle Sciool 1 1
Steeple Ginter 1 3
Wells,Toners,LS,etc. 3
* Furnishings refer to tables,benches,grills or other such structure.
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Quality Standards for all Parks and Public Areas
Each park and public area will undergo an annual,pre-season general inspection in March.
The purpose of the inspection is to identify any major areas of disrepair to fencing,benches,
parking lots, playing fields, irrigation systems, sidewalks/trails,turf, shelters,play equipment,
or any other amenity located within each area. Those repairs deemed necessary and
immediate by the Public Works Supervisor shall be assigned a priority above that of regularly
scheduled maintenance.
Inspection observations shall be recorded using the Pre-Season Park Inspection form
provided in the Appendix B.
Quality Standards for Trees and Landscaping
All public area trees and landscaping will be maintained at the same level according to the
following guidelines:
• Newer trees and shrubs shall be pruned and inspected annually. Mature trees and
shrubs shall be pruned and inspected as necessary.
• Newer trees and shrubs shall be fertilized annually.
• Additional mulch shall be added around trees and shrubs every two (2) years,or
sooner if needed.
• Downtown planters shall be inspected annually and repaired if necessary before
April 30".
• Downtown benches shall be removed by November 30' and repaired/refinished
during the winter if necessary.
• Retaining walls shall be inspected annually and repaired if necessary.
Quality Standards for Schwarz Park Skateboard Area
• Skateboard area shall be inspected every eight (8) weeks (from March through
November) for equipment defects or other safety concerns. This will include a full
inspection of all gates and fencing. Inspection observations and any resulting
maintenance shall be documented in Cartegraph.
• Debris shall be removed twice weekly.
Quality Standards for Play Structures
LEVEL 1
• Inspected every eight (8) weeks from March through November. Inspection
observations and any resulting maintenance shall be documented in Cartegraph.
• Play surfaces (mulch, sand,pea gravel) shall be maintained weekly,with appropriate
surface material added as needed.
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Quality Standards for Lighting Systems
LEVEL 1
• Inspected annually for operation and aiming
o ball field lighting inspected in early spring
o ice rink lighting inspected in late fall
• Bulbs replaced within two (2) weeks of notice or request
• Bulb replacement, aiming and lens cleaning shall by performed by an outside
contractor.
Quality Standards for Baseball/Softball Fields
LEVEL 1
• Aglime enrichment annually, and as needed throughout the season
• Graded mews needed
• Foul lines mowed twice weekly
• Infield irrigated weekly(or more when conditions are excessively dry)
• Dragged daily during athletic season (once weekly during off-season)
• Outfield Turf Management according to Level 1 requirements (page 33)
LEVEL 2
• Aglime enrichment every other year
• Graded once per season
• Dragged daily during athletic season (weekly during off-season)
• Outfield Turf Management according to Level 2 requirements (page 33)
Quality Standards for Soccer Fields
LEVEL 1
• Striping completed 1-2 times weekly(full lines and circles)
• Boundary lines mowed twice weeldy
• Overseeding goal areas each fall,other areas as needed
• Turf Management according to LEVEL 1 requirements (page 33)
• Goals painted every two years
LEVEL 2
• Striping/mowing done weekly
• Overseeding goal areas if/when necessary
• Turf Management according to LEVEL 2 requirements (page 33)
• Goals painted every two years
Quality Standards for Football/LaCrosse Fields
LEVEL 1
• Line striping done weekly
• Boundary lines mowed twice weekly
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• Overseeding midfield each fall, other areas as needed
• Turf Management according to LEVEL 1 requirements (page 33)
LEVEL 2
• Striping/mowing done weekly
• Overseeding midfield if/when necessary
• Turf Management according to LEVEL 2 requirements (page 33)
Quality Standards for Tennis Courts and Basketball Courts
LEVEL 1
• Net adjustments, hardware adjustments,gate maintenance,and debris removal
performed every two weeks
• Crack inspection annually in the spring, sealed as necessary
• Color coat and repaint lines every 6-8 years
• Surface overlay every 12-15 years
• Repaint backboards every four(4) years
LEVEL 2
• Same as LEVEL 1 with no color coating or line striping.
Quality Standards for Volleyball Courts
LEVEL 1
• Surface areas shall be inspected and maintained weekly,with additional material
added as needed
• Poles shall be painted every four(4) years
• Grass volleyball courts shall be overseeded as needed
Quality Standards for Furnishings
LEVEL 1
• Picnic tables,park benches, grills,and park signs inspected annually in early spring
and repaired/replaced as necessary
• Picnic tables,park benches, and park signs sanded/painted/stained every 2-3 years
Quality Standards for Shelters/Pavilions
LEVEL 1 (enclosed buildings)
• General operational inspection shall be performed monthly(this includes fire
extinguisher/alarm inspections, light bulbs,plumbing, heating,etc.)
• Furnace filters shall be replaced every three months
• Exterior shall be painted/stained every 6-8 years
• Roof shall be inspected every 4-6 years
LEVEL 2 (open buildings with roof onl))
• Swept every two weeks
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• General operational inspection shall be performed twice annually(spring,fall)
• Exterior shall be painted/stained every 6-8 years
• Roof shall be inspected every 4-6 years
Quality Standards for Ice Rinks
LEVEL 1 (Rinks with warming houses)
• Snow removal- first priority(after streets)
• Flooding 6 days/week
• Shaving Edging and shaving as needed to maintain a smooth,uniform,high quality
surface
• Closing date conditional upon weather(usually the second week of February)
• Buildings cleaned daily by attendants
• Building inspected weekly by park staff for cleanliness and general operation
• Snow removal second priority(after streets)
• Shaving as needed to maintain a relatively smooth,good quality surfacc
• Closing date conditional upon weather(usually the second week of February)
Quality Standards for Parking Areas
LEVEL 1 (asphalt lots)
• Lots shall be swept annually in the spring
• Crack-sealed and seal coated every 5-7 years
• Mill/overlay every 17-22 years
• Snow removal- first priority(after streets)
LEVEL 2 (gravel lots)
• Gravel topdressing applied and graded as needed
• No snow removal on gravel parking lots
Quality Standards for Turf Management
LEVEL 1 (Irrigated athletic areas)
• Irrigated every 2-3 days
• Mowed 2-3 times per week
• Weed whipping shall occur every two (2) weeks
• Fertilized three (3) times between April 1" and October 31"
• Herbicide application twice annually
• Debris removed with each mowing
• Aerated twice annually(spring and fall)
• De-thatched annually in the fall
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• Overseeded as needed
LEVEL 2 (Irrigated non-athletic areas)
• Irrigated every 3-4 days
• Mowed 1-2 times per week
• Weed whipping shall occur every two (2) weeks
• Fertilized twice annually
• Herbicide application annually
• Debris removed with each mowing
• Aerated annually
• De-thatched annually in the fall
• Overseeded as needed
LEVEL 3 (Non-irrigated areas)
• Mowed when necessary
• Weed whipping shall occur every two (2) weeks
• Debris removed with each mowing
• Fertilizer and Herbicide applied annually
• Aerated annually
• De-thatched annually in the fall
Quality Standards for all Irrigation Systems
• Spring start-up maintenance shall include hooking up meters, shutting valves,turning
on water, inspecting all lines for leaks, checking heads for proper positioning,
checking rain sensors, and setting timers for odd/even watering.
• Summer maintenance shall include periodic inspections for leaks, checking heads for
proper positioning,checking timers for odd/even watering,and checking rain
sensors.
• Fall shut-down maintenance shall include shutting off the water,blowing out the
lines, removing meters, and opening valves.
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APPENDIX A
Equipment Evaluation Information
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ASSET EVALUATION FORM
Asset number/description
Purchase date / / Purchase price $
Average annual maintenance cost to-date $
Current mileage (or hours)
Rate the current condition of the following components (1=poor, 10=excellent)
Engine 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Chassis 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Body 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Box 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Plow 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Wing 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Sander 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Describe any major repairs or maintenance anticipated in the next six (6) months:
Recommendation:
replace next year
do not replace next year (evaluate again next year)
Estimated replacement cost $
Comments:
Evaluated by Date / /
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Inspection Forms
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Building Exterior Inspection Form
Building
Inspected By
Date / /
Slight Major
OK Damage Damage n/a Comments
Doors
Locks
Windows
Gutters
Landscaping
Siding
Paint
Foundation
Walkways
Lights
Flags/Poles
Signs
Recommended action(s) for any damage:
Action(s) taken: Date:
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Building Interior Inspection Form
Building
Inspected By
Date / /
Slight Major
OK Damage Damage n/a Comments
Doors
Locks
Windows
Paint
Lights
Restrooms
Signs
Carpet
Tile Floors
Counter Tops
Ceiling Tiles
Recommended action(s) for any damage:
Action(s) taken: Date:
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Pre-Season Park Inspection
Location
Inspected By
Date / /
Slight Major
OK Damage Damage n/a Comments
Parking Lots
Turf
Fencing
Backstops
Tennis Courts
Basketball Courts
Sidewalks/Trails
Shelters
Benches
Tables
Grills
Ball Fields
Lights
Recommended action(s) for any damage:
Action(s) taken: Date:
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APPENDIX C
Snowplowing Policy and Operating Procedures
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CITY OF ROSEMOUNT
POLICY TITLE: SNOWPLOWING POLICY AND OPERATING PROCEDURES
EFFECTIVE DATE: OCTOBER 15, 1996
POLICY NUMBER: P — 2
PROPOSED BY: PUBLIC WORKS
DATE APPROVED
BY COUNCIL: OCTOBER 15, 1996
DATE AMENDED
BY COUNCIL: OCTOBER 18, 2011DECEMBER 18, 2012
PURPOSE
The purpose of this policy is to define and outline snow and ice control objectives and procedures
as established by the City of Rosemount.
The City of Rosemount believes that it is in the best interest of the residents for the City to assume
basic responsibility for control of snow and ice on City streets. Reasonable ice and snow control is
necessary for routine travel and emergency services. The City will attempt to provide such control
in a safe and cost-effective manner, keeping in mind safety, budget,personnel and environmental
concerns. The City will use City employees, City-owned or rented equipment, and/or private
contractors to provide this service, striving to maintain bare-pavement conditions on all public
streets whenever possible.
This policy supersedes any and all previously written or unwritten policies of the City regarding
snow and ice removal.
PROCEDURE
Starting snow or ice control operations
Snow and ice control operations shall commence whenever necessary to achieve and maintain bare-
pavement conditions, according to the following guidelines:
• For snow events with less than two inches of accumulation,plowing will generally
commence immediately upon completion of the snowfall.
• For snow events expected to exceed two inches, plowing will generally commence after two
inches of accumulation and continue as needed throughout the - r. . -- ... . -
hours. duration of the event.
• If a snow event begins or continues into the evening/nighttime hours, plowing will generally
commence semeat a time the following morning so that priority streets are plowed before 6
a.m.
Snow and ice control operations will be conducted only when weather conditions do not endanger
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the safety of City employees and equipment. • - .. ; :. . . . A typical snow event(2 to 4
inches) takes an average 6 to 8 hours to clear.;For larger events, it may eeeasienally-be necessary to
suspended plowing operations after 12 consecutive hours to allow personnel adequate time for rest.
Operations may also be suspended for extreme/severe weather conditions, limited visibility,or
equipment limitations.
The Public Works Supervisor will decide when to begin snow or ice control operations. The criteria
A. Snow accumulation of two (2) inches or more as measured in the City of Rosemount
B. Drifting of snow that causes problems for travel
C Icy conditions which seriously affect travel
D. Time of snowfall in relationship to heavy use of streets
snowfalls of less than two (2) inches.
How snow will be plowed
Snow will be plowed in a manner so as to minimize any traffic obstructions. The center of the
roadway will be plowed first. The snow shall then be pushed from left to right. The discharge shall
go onto the boulevard area of the street. In times of extreme snowfall,the process of clearing the
streets of snow may be delayed,and it may not be reasonably possible to completely clear the streets
of snow.
Generally, operations shall continue until all roads are passable. Widening and clean up operations
may continue immediately, or on the following working day, depending upon conditions and
circumstances. Due to safety concerns for the plow operators and the public, operations may be
T.TrbanMost urban, residential cul-de-sacs shall be plowed toward the center of the cul-de-sac to
minimize the amount of snow deposited into boulevards and/or driveways. Excess snow shall be
stored in the center of the cul-de-sac as long as adequate driving lanes remain intact around the
outside of the cul-de-sac. At times it may become necessary to remove snow from the center of the
cul-de-sac when the driving lanes become too narrow for the safe passage of emergency vehicles.
Snow removed from cul-de-sacs will be moved to the nearest park or other snow storage area. The
City shall not be held responsible for damage to personal property or injury resulting from
negligence in driving around or climbing on the snow storage piles in cul-de-sacs.
Snow removal
The Public Works Supervisor will determine when snow will be removed from an area. Such snow
Snow removal will occur in certain areas where there is no longer adequate room on the boulevard
for snow storage, or in areas where accumulated piles of snow create a hazardous condition. The
snow will be removed from these areas and hauled to the nearest park or other A snow storage area.
Snow removal operations will not commence until other snowplowing operations have been
completed. Snow removal operations may also be delayed depending on weather conditions,
personnel, and equipment availability and budget availability. ' '-- -'--'- -
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Downtown snow removal shall typically be scheduled by the Public Works Supervisor during the
overnight hours to reduce the impact on traffic. Downtown snow removal shall occur along the
following segments:
SEGMENT FROM TO
143`d Street West (both sides) TH 3 Cameo Avenue
145th Street West (both sides) Brazil Avenue Cameo Avenue
146`h Street West (both sides) TH 3 Burnley Avenue
Burma Avenue (both sides) 145`h Street West Lower 147th Street West
Burnley Avenue (both sides) 145th Street West 146th Street West
Cameo Avenue (both sides) Post Office driveway 144th Street West
Lower 147th St W(both sides) TH 3 Burma Avenue
TH 3 (both sides) Cambrian Avenue 143`d Street West
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In accordance with MnDOT safety guidelines, all traffic will be routed to one side of the street while
crews remove snow from the boulevard on the opposing side of the street. Flaggers will stop traffic
as needed to allow opposing traffic to pass safely while the snow removal equipment is in operation.
The procedure for downtown snow removal shall consist of the following:
• Snow will be pushed off the boulevard and into the nearest driving lane
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• A road grader and loaders will windrow(line up) the snow in the driving lane
• An industrial snowblower will blow the windrowed snow into dump trucks to be hauled
away from the area
Priority streets and scheduling
The City classifies streets based on their function,traffic volume, and importance to the welfare of
the community. Those streets classified as Priority Plow Routes will be plowed first. These are high
volume streets which connect major sections of the City and provide access for schools, commercial
businesses, and emergency services. A map and list of Priority Plow Routes is provided in Figure 1
and Table 1, respectively.included_in the Public Works Quality Standards. This list is reviewed
Second priority streets, are those streets providing access to schools and commercial
businesses. The third priority streets are which include all remaining low volume residential streets,
will be cleared once all Priority Plow Routes are completed.
The lowest priority areas are alleysTcertain City parking lots,sidewalks,trails, ice rinks,wells,water
towers and lift stations. These areas are generally cleared after all streets are cleared.
Snow removal around fire hydrants will be performed when necessary when personnel and
equipment are available. Residents and businesses are encouraged to clear snow from hydrants that
are located adjacent to their property to aid in the provision of emergency services.
FIGURE 1 - PRIORITY PLOW ROUTES
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TABLE 1 - PRIORITY PLOW ROUTES
STREET/ LOT FROM TO
132nd Street Dodd Boulevard TH3
140th Street East Blaine Avenue HWY 52
140th Street East Conley Avenue CSAH 42
143w Street West Cameo Avenue TH 3
145th Street West Diamond Path CSAH 42
151" Street West Shannon Parkway Canada Avenue
155th Street West Shannon Parkway Chippendale Avenue
160th Street West frontage road TH3 Biscayne Avenue
Auburn Avenue Connemara Trail CSAH 42
Birchwood Avenue Connemara Trail Bonaire Path
Biscayne Avenue Boulder Trail Connemara Trail
Bloomfield Path Auburn Avenue 145th Street West
Bonaire Path TH 3 Akron Avenue
Brazil Avenue 145th Street West Public Works buildings
Business Park All Streets All Streets
Cameo Avenue 145th Street West 143`d Street West
Canada Avenue CSAH 42 TH 3
Canada Circle TH3 end
Carousel Way Chippendale Avenue 151" Street West
Chili Avenue 145th Street West 143`d Street West
Chippendale Avenue 145`h Street West CSAH 46
Cimmaron Avenue CSAH 42 151" Street West
Claret Avenue CSAH 42 151" Street West
Conley Avenue CSAH 42 140th Street
Connemara Trail Diamond Path Akron Avenue
Crestone Avenue CSAH 42 151s' Street West
Delft Avenue Dodd Boulevard Upper 148th Street
Dodd Boulevard Delft Avenue Chippendale Avenue
Evermoor Parkway Diamond Path Connemara Trail
Pine Bend Trail TH 55 RR Tracks (bituminous)
Shannon Parkway McAndrews Road CSAH 46
Upper 148th Street Diamond Path Delft Avenue
Police Station (at City Hall)
Fire Station# 1
Fire Station#2
Work schedule for snowplow operators
Snowplow operators will be expected to work 8-hour shifts. In severe snow emergencies, operators
will occasionally have to work in excess of 8-hour shifts. Operators are allowed a 15 minute break
after 2 hours, with a 30-minute meal-break after-every 4 hours. After a 12 hour day,the operators
will be replaced if additional qualified personnel are available.
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Weather conditions
the safety of City employees and equipment. Factors that may delay snow and ice-eentrel
operations include: severe cold, significant winds, ice and limited visibility.
Use of sand, salt and other chemicals
The City will use salt,sand, rock or other chemicals when conditions are hazardous or slippery,
keeping in mind the cost and the effect of such chemicals on the environment. Brine shall be mixed
with the salt whenever possible to enhance the de-icing capabilities of the salt (currently four trucks
are equipped with brine tanks). Salt and brine use shall be monitored and adjusted accordingly
throughout the season.
First priority streets will be salted on the entire length of the street. Lower priority residential streets
will generally be salted on hills, curves and intersections.
Sidewalks and trails
The City will clear snow from only those sidewalks and trails : -. -- .. • e.. :
Standards. This list is reviewed annually and updated as development occurs.shown in Figure 2 and
listed in Table 2. The City will only maintain these designated sidewalks and trails after the streets
have been plowed. Following heavy snowfall conditions which may interfere with snow removal,
sidewalk and trail plowing operations may be suspended until conditions improve. In rare cases,
operations may be suspended through the duration of the season.
Sidewalks and trails are identified as first priority(school routes), second priority, and third priority
(designated park trails).
• Fast priority sidewalks and trails will be plowed as necessary to accommodate access to
schools.
• Second priority sidewalks and trails will be plowed during normal working hours as soon as
possible after a snow event.
• Third priority trails (in designated parks) will be plowed during normal working hours when
time and conditions permit the safe removal of snow. Under heavy snowfall conditions
which interfere with sidewallc and trail snowplowing,the Public Works Supervisor may
suspend sidewalk and trail snowplowing operations.
According to City ordinance, snow removal from all remaining sidewalks and trails is the
responsibility of the adjacent homeowner. If notice has been sent to the property owner and snow
has not been removed,the City may remove the snow and ice and charge the cost of the removal
through all means available against the adjacent property. The fee to cover this cost is set per the
City Fee Resolution. The City reserves the right to charge extra costs in extraordinary situations.
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TABLE 2- SIDEWALKS AND TRAILS CIF BY THE CITY
TYPE SEGMENT FROM TO
s/w 140th Street West(south side) East side of Birch Park West side of Birch Park
s/w 143`d Street West(north side) TH 3 old daycare property
s/w 143th Street West(south side) Cameo Avenue alley
s/w 145`h Street West(north side) 3405 property Chili Avenue
s/w 1456 Street West(north side) Central Park ped ramp CSAH 42
trail 145th Street West(south side) Diamond Path TOPS Pizza
trail 145th Street West(south side) Railroad tracks CSAH 42
s/w 145th Street West(south side) TOPS Pizza Chippendale Avenue
s/w 15152 Street West(south side) Claret Avenue E side of Claret Park
s/w 156th Street West(north side) Shannon Parkway 4037 property
s/w 158th Street West(north side) Chippendale Avenue West side of Winds Park
s/w Autumn Path (northwest side) Connemara Trail Bonaire Path
trail Autumn Path(southeast side) Well 15 Bonaire Path
s/w Birch Street West(north side) East side of Birch Park West side of Birch Park
trail Biscayne Avenue (east side) CSAH 42 South of Biscayne Way
trail Biscayne Avenue (east side) North of 145th Street Beech Street West
trail Biscayne Avenue (east side) RR Tracks Connemara Trail
trail Biscayne Avenue (west side) Boulder Trail 145th Street West
trail Bloomfield Path(north side) W of Bloomfield Park E of Bloomfield Park
trail Bonaire Path(south side) Hwy 3 Bacardi Avenue
s/w Bronze Parkway(northeast side) W of Brockway Park E of Brockway Park
s/w Cameo Avenue (east side) 143`d Street West 145th Street West
s/w Canada Avenue (east side) 145`h Street West 148th Street West
s/w Central Park 145th Street West Shelter/ Park It ride
trail Central Park/ Koch Trail Shelter Entire Koch Trail
s/w Chili Avenue (west side) 145th Street West 143' Street West
s/w Chippendale Avenue (east side) 145th Street West 148th Street West
trail Chippendale Avenue (east side) 148th Street West CSAH 42
s/w Chippendale Avenue (east side) CSAH 42 Carrousel Way
trail Chippendale Avenue (east side) Carrousel Way CSAH 46
s/w Chippendale Avenue (west side) 145th Street West CSAH 42
trail Chippendale Avenue (west side) CSAH 42 CSAH 46
s/w Claret Avenue (east side) 151St Street West 152' Street West
s/w Connemara Trail(north side) Diamond Path Auburn Avenue
trail Connemara Trail(north side) Auburn Avenue Akron Avenue
trail Connemara Trail(south side) Diamond Path Akron Avenue
trail Connemara Trail Underpass Evermoor Parkway Evermoor Parkway
s/w Cornell Trail(south side) Wmds Park Winds Park
trail CSAH 42 (both sides) Diamond Path TH 3
trail CSAH 46 (north side) Diamond Path Biscayne Avenue
s/w December Trail(north side) December Way West side of Lions Park
trail Diamond Path (east side) CSAH 46 Connemara Trail
trail Dodd Boulevard(south side) CSAH 42 Chippendale
s/w Evermoor Parkway(east side) Shannon Parkway Connemara Trail
trail Evermoor Parkway(west side) Shannon Parkway Connemara Trail
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TYPE SEGMENT FROM TO
trail Evermoor Parkway(north side) Innisfree Park property Innisfree Park property
s/w Evermoor Parkway(south side) Innisfree Park property Innisfree Park property
s/w Fire Hall# 1 North Side South Side
trail Jaycee Park Danbury Avenue Shannon Parkway
s/w Jaycee Park Park shelter Park shelter
s/w Lower 147th St W(south side) TH 3 Cambrian Avenue
trail Meadows Park Trail Bonaire Path Connemara Trail
trail Shannon Parkway(east side) CSAH 46 McAndrews Road
trail Shannon Parkway(west side) CSAH 42 CSAH 46
s/w Shannon Parkway(west side) 137th Street West Underpass and trail
trail Shannon Parkway(west side) Dander Court Connemara Trail
trail Shannon Parkway(west side) Dearborn Path 141S` Court West
s/w TH 3 (east side) CSAH 42 Kwik Trip
s/w TH 3 (east side) Park and Ride lot Park and Ride lot
s/w TH 3 (west side) 143` Street West 3025 property
trail TH 3 (west side) CSAH 42 Sidewalk
trail TH 3 (west side) 143`d Street West Connemara Trail
s/w TH 3 (west side) old Genz Ryan bike trail
Right-of-way
The intent of the right-of-way is to provide room for snow storage,public and private utilities,
sidewalks, street lights, signage and other City uses. However certain private improvements such as
mailboxes are required within this area. Other private improvements are not required.
a. Mailbox
Mailboxes and posts should be constructed sturdily enough to withstand snow rolling off a plow or
wing.
The City will bear the cost to repair a damaged mailbox only if it is a result of City equipment
actually hitting the mailbox. In the case of direct impact,the City will make temporary repairs to
mailboxes to accommodate mail delivery until permanent repairs can be made. Damage resulting
from snow rolling off the plow is the responsibility of the property owner.
All replacement mailboxes and posts shall be a standard size non-decorative type. All costs over and
above replacement of this standard type are the responsibility of the mailbox owner. Mailboxes
must be installed in such a manner as to provide access by Post Office personnel or other parcel
carriers, and to allow for Public Works equipment to maintain the streets. A drawing showing the
proper details for mailbox placement is attached as EXHIBIT A.
b. Boulevard sod
The City shall record the location of sod damage caused by contact with the City snowplow for
review by Public Works staff in the spring when the extent of the damage can be verified.
Frequently,the damage looks more severe immediately after occurring than it does when the snow
has melted in the spring. If the sod needs repair as determined by Public Works staff,Public Works
staff shall either sod or seed the damaged area, including new topsoil if necessary, by May 30. The
City will bear the cost of these repairs.
c. Irrigation,Lighting, Trees,Fences,Etc.
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The City will assume no responsibility for damage to underground irrigation systems,private lighting
systems,trees, shrubs, rocks,fences or similar landscaping installed in City-controlled right-of-way
or easements.
d. Solid Waste (Garbage) &Recycling Bins
The City will assume no responsibility for damage to solid waste (garbage) or recycling containers.
Solid waste (garbage) and recycling containers awaiting pickup should be at least 4 feet behind the
curb.
Parking restrictions
City Code, Chapter 8, Section 8-2-2 prohibits on-street parking during a snow emergency. A snow
emergency is declared when a 2-inch or more snowfall occurs, and continues until that street has
been plowed curb-to-curb. This code also prohibits on-street parking from 2 a.m.to 6 a.m. daily
from November 1' through April 1" each year.
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EXHIBIT A
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