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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
City Council Work Session: November 5, 2018
AGENDA ITEM: Public Works Quality Standards Update AGENDA SECTION:
Discussion
PREPARED BY:
Brian Erickson, PE, Director of Public Works / City Engineer
Jim Koslowski, Public Works Supervisor
Christine Watson, Public Works Coordinator
AGENDA NO. 2.b.
ATTACHMENTS: Public Works Quality Standards APPROVED BY: LJM
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Provide feedback and guidance as needed
ISSUE
The Public Works Quality Standards, originally adopted by the City Council in October 2006, outlines the
objectives and standards that have been established as a guide for the daily activities and responsibilities of
the Department. This document is reviewed periodically and updated to accommodate the growth and
changing needs of the organization and community. Because of the number of changes proposed in this
update, staff is presenting an opportunity for the City Council to review the document and provide
comments before approving it at a future Council Meeting.
BACKGROUND
This update of the Public Works Quality Standards includes the following notable changes:
• All maps have been updated to include new streets, parks and city facilities that have been added since
the previous update
• New standards have been added for the maintenance of the disc golf course, shared community
gardens, pocket parks, and all flowers and public gardens
• Standards that are currently not being met due to staff or budgetary constraints have been adjusted or
marked for deletion (shown in strike-thru format with yellow highlighting)
• Sanitary mains will now be televised every three (3) years and cleaned as needed. This approach saved
an estimated 650 hours of staff time and more than $4,000 in equipment costs in 2018 (versus
automatically cleaning 1/3 of the lines every year).
• Per MS4 Permit guidelines, catch basin sumps no longer need to be inspected if they have been
verified as clean for each of the previous two years. This small change eliminated more than 500
inspections in 2018 (approximately 125 hours of staff time).
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• Sanitary sewer main and storm sewer main will be televised 1-2 years prior to each street
reconstruction project to identify areas of needed repair that can be addressed with the street project
• In the Snowplowing Policy (Appendix C):
o We have expanded the language regarding “bare pavement”, adding a provision that some
neighborhood streets will not always be bare pavement depending on the conditions and
resources available. This does not change the amount of passes a plow truck makes on a street,
but rather reduces the amount of chemicals applied to some streets.
o We now provide the option for property owners to repair their own mailbox (to city standards)
and receive a reimbursement up to $120, which is the cost of materials for a standard mailbox
o The language regarding sod repair due to plow damage has been simplified and clarified
• In the Boulevard and Right-of-Way Maintenance Policy (Appendix D):
o TABLE A is not needed and should be removed from the policy
o FIGURE 1 has been updated to show the boulevards that will be mowed by the City. Shown in
red are the boulevards that used to be mowed by the City but will now be mowed by either the
County (Diamond Path, CSAH 42, Akron Ave) or the property owners.
o FIGURE 2 is not needed and should be removed from the policy
SUMMARY
Staff is presenting this information at the work session to provide an opportunity for feedback and input
from the Council. Staff will update the documents as directed and prepare a final draft for approval at a
future Council Meeting.
Public Works
Quality Standards
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
Rural Boulevards and Ditches Page 11
Signs and Traffic Markings Page 12
Water Supply and Distribution System Page 13
Sanitary Sewer Collection System Page 14
Storm Drainage System Page 15
Building Maintenance Pages 16-17
Winter Operations Page 18
Park Maintenance Pages 19-27
Appendix A – Public Works Idling Policy
Appendix B – Equipment Evaluation Information
Appendix C – Snowplowing Policy and Operating Procedures
Appendix D – Right-of-Way and Boulevard Maintenance Policy
Appendix E – Inspection Forms
Adopted by Council: September 2006
Last updated: February 2015December 2018
Public Works Quality Standards 1
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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VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT
OBJECTIVES
• To keep all city vehicles and equipment in excellent working condition in order to
o maximize their 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, which is included in Appendix A.
• Vehicles and equipment shall be cleaned as necessary. During the plowing season,
vehicles and equipment shall be cleaned whenever 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 history and costs
5. Fuel costs
6. Expected replacement date
Vehicles and equipment shall be evaluated and rated annually using the Council-approved
Equipment Evaluation Matrix (provided in Appendix B). Condition scores shall be
documented updated annually by the lead mechanics using the Asset Evaluation Form and
documented in Cartegraph.
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ASSET EXPECTED LIFE (IN YEARS)*
Aerator Attachments 15
Asphalt Mill 10
Automobile 12Leased (replaced every 5
years)
Backhoe 20
Compressor 1020
Crane Truck 10
Easement Machine 1215
Grader 15
Jetter Truck 12
Loader 15
Mower (Groundsmaster) 9
Mower (6-foot trim) 10
Mower (21” push) 10
Overhead Shop Crane 15
Pickup Truck 12Leased (replaced every 5
years)
Plow Truck w/attachments (single and tandem axle) 12
Portable Generator 20
6-foot Slit Seeder 15
Sidewalk TracklessPlow 15
Skid-Steer (bobcat) 10
Snow Blower (mounted)Attachment 20
Sprayer Attachment 15
Street Sweeper 10
Striper (ball fields) 12
Tractor 15
Trailers 20
Trash Pump 6” 15
Tree Spade 1520
Turf Vacuum 10
Vibratory Roller 10
Vactor Truck 15
Vehicle Hoist 15
* This list is for long-range planning purposes and indicates the average life
expectancy for the asset.
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TRAILS AND SIDEWALKS
(43 miles of paved trail, 54 miles of sidewalk)
OBJECTIVES
• 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.
• To provide appropriate access under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
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 documented for future repair when:
o pitting exceeds ¼ inch in depth and 4 inches in diameter.
o joints or cracks protrude more than ½ inch.
o there is severe diagonal cracking.
• Bituminous trails shall be scheduled documented for future 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 ½ inch.
Refer to the SNOWPLOWING POLICY AND OPERATING PROCEDURES in Appendix C for a
summary of the snow and ice removal standards for trails and sidewalks.
Sidewalk crack greater than ½ inch
Deteriorating trail section
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PAVED ROAD S
(91 total miles, 234 lane-miles)
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.
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 (CIP). In 2009,
as part of the annual PMP update, a standard was reviewed and established to
maintain an Overall Condition Index (OCI) of 60 for local streets and 75 for
collector streets.
• Cracks shall be sealed when the width exceeds ½ 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 documented
for repaired.
• Bituminous surfaces shall be scheduled documented for repair if time, money and
equipment is available, whenever:
o depressions or bumps exceed two (2) inches and cover up to ten (10)100 square
feet of surface area.
o depressions or bumps exceed ½ 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 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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OCI Range 91 - 100
OCI Range 61 - 90
OCI Range 36 - 60
OCI Range 0 - 35
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GRAVEL ROADS
(14 total miles)
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 to gravel roads west of Akron Avenue as
illustrated in FIGURE 1.
• Grading shall occur annually, and whenever necessary throughout the season.
• Gravel surfaces shall be graded or 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 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 – Chloride Application Areas
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STREET SWEEPING
OBJECTIVES
• To comply with NPDES Phase II permit requirements by preventing reducing the
potential for clogging ofclogged storm sewers, catch basin grates and inlets, and
silting of storm water ponds.
• To enhance the appearance of the community.
• 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.
QUALITY STANDARDS
• Street sweeping shall occur as needed, generally between April 1 and November 30,
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, weather
permitting.
• All urban streets shall be swept twice annually in the spring and fall., weather
permitting.
• Streets that were seal coated within the previous two years shall be monitored for
loose gravel and swept as needed.
• Commercial areas illustrated in FIGURE 2 shall be swept prior to Memorial Day,
Independence Day, Leprechaun Days, and Labor Day. They shall also be swept
immediately after Leprechaun Days.
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FIGURE 2 - Commercial Sweeping Areas
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RURAL BOULEVARDS AND DITCHES
OBJECTIVES
• 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-maintainedUrban/residential boulevards and rights-of-way area shall be
maintained in accordance with the RIGHT-OF-WAY AND BOULEVARD
MAINTENANCE POLICY, which is included in Appendix D.
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.
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
yearspring, and as needed thereafter.
• Debris shall be removed from ditches whenever necessary throughout the
season.upon notice or request.
• Overgrowth shall be removed from ditches as needed.
• The cause for standing water observed in ditches shall be eliminated upon request, as
resources allow.
• Erosion shall be minimized along ditch bottoms and adjacent to the roadbeds.
• Noxious weeds along roadside ditches shall be cut before going to seed.
• Tree trimming in rural right-of-way shall occur between November 1 and March 31
each yearupon request, as resources allow.
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SIGNS AND TRAFFIC MARKINGS
OBJECTIVES
• To provide clean and legible traffic signs that are visible in both day and night
conditions.
• To comply with all MUTCD 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)Twenty percent (20%) 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 accordinglydocumented for maintenance or repair.
• A Cartegraph database shall be maintained to include location, condition, facing
direction, type of post, installation date, and maintenance history. 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, pavement symbols, and all lane striping shall be painted
annually with high-quality latex paint.
• 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)five (5) business days of notice.
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WATER SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM
OBJECTIVES
• To efficiently provide a safe, uninterrupted supply of drinking water.
• To ensure the system will be able to perform tofunction and meet the demands for
daily use and fire protection.
• To keep unaccounted-for loss of water to less than 107%.
• 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 GPS coordinates or at least two (2) recorded ties to them for
locationslocating purposes.
• Water towers shall be inspected every seven (7) years.
• Check and record wellWell pumps and motors shall be inspected and maintained 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).
• Manual water Water level measurements for all wells shall be recorded monthlydaily
in the SCADA system.
• Water levels in Rosemount’s observation wells will be recorded hourly by hardware
loggers installed in these wells, as well as monthly by manual readings. This data will
be collected as part of the City’s wellhead protection program and sent to the
regulatory agencies as required by permit.
• Check and record chemical feeds and pumps weekly each working day to ensure
chemicals stay within the following ranges:
Fluoride – 0.9 to 1.50.5 to 0.9 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.
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o recording flows and fluoride usage.
o publishing the annual Drinking Water Report and notifying residents and
businesses of its availability on the City website.
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 and infiltration.
QUALITY STANDARDS
• One-third (1/3) of all sanitary sewer lines measuring 12-inches or less* shall be jetted
televised annually on a rotating schedule and cleaned as needed. 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 televising operations. A summary report shall be created after jetting
is completed, and repairs Repairs shall be scheduled and performed accordingly.
• Sanitary sewers shall be televised prior to street reconstruction projects to identify
areas of needed repair.
• Lift station wet wells shall be cleaned twice annually in the spring and fall.
• Lift station operation shall be 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,
whenever possible.
• Broken forecemainsforce mains 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 Catch basin sumps shall be inspected annually. Sumps
that have been verified as clean for each of the previous two years shall be exempt
from this inspection, per MS4 Permit guidelines. All catch basinssumps found to be
more than 50% full shall also be cleaned that year. Records shall be kept in
Cartegraph for each inspection, cleaning, and/or repair.
• One-third (1/3)Twenty percent (20%) of all storm ponds shall be inspected annually
in the spring on a rotating basis. The following items shall be identified and
documented:
o Illicit discharge
o Structure and/or stabilization maintenance needs
o Flow enhancement needs
o Sediment build-up
• 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.
• Storm sewers shall be televised prior to street reconstruction projects to identify
areas of needed repair.
• Missing grates or castings shall be replaced or secured as soon as possible upon
notice. 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 or secured as
soon as possible.
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BUILDING MAINTENANCE
OBJECTIVES
• 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 Annual Building Inspection Form accessed via iPad (sample form
provided in Appendix E).
• Chipped, peeling, cracked or dull painted surfaces shall be repaired.
• Cracked or broken windows shall be replaced immediately 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 immediately upon notice.as soon as possible, when resources allow.
• 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 Annual Building Inspection Form accessed via iPad (sample form
provided in Appendix E).
• Building safety inspections shall be completed monthly to ensure proper functioning
of exit ways, fire suppression, fire alarms, emergency lighting, first aid supplies,
ventilation, etc. Observations shall be recorded on the Monthly Building Safety
Inspection Form (sample form provided in Appendix E).
• Contracted janitorial services shall include the following:
•o Tile floors and all carpeted areas shall be cleaned and/or vacuumed
weeklydaily.
•o Restrooms and locker rooms shall be cleaned daily.
•o Fingerprints and other marks shall be removed daily from all windows and
glass surfaces in public areas. daily.
•o All trash and recyclables shall be picked up and deposited into appropriate
pickup containers daily.
•o 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.
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• Cracks or other structural damage to walls shall be repaired when reported.assessed
and scheduled for repair as needed.
• All carpet receiving heavy traffic – such as hallways, council chambers, Police
Department, etc. – shall be cleaned every six (6) months, or more often as needed.
All other carpet shall be cleaned annually.
• Non-working lights shall be replaced or ordered within one (1)five (5) working days
of notice or request.
• Flooring (laminate, tile, wood, etc.) shall be evaluated annually and budgeted for
replacement at least 2 years in advance.
• Tile floors and grout shall be deep cleaned every 4 two (2) years.
• Building interiors shall be painted based on the following schedule:
24-hour office areas painted every 3-4 years
Normal office areas painted every 5-7 years
• Carpet shall be replaced based on the following schedule:
24-hour office areas – replace carpet every 3-42-3 years
Normal office areas – replace carpet every 8-10 years
Park shelters – replace every 3-4 years
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WINTER OPERATIONS
Plowing, Ice Control, Downtown Snow Removal
OBJECTIVES
• To reduce the hazards of icy conditions for motorists and pedestrians.
• To facilitate the handling of emergencies by fire and police officials.
• 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 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 S and GROUNDS MAINTENANCE
OBJECTIVES
• 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.
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• To protect our investment and increase the lifespan of our public parks and
recreation assets.
QUALITY STANDARDS
Park maintenance includes full management of the following components:
• Baseball/Softball Fields
• Soccer Fields
• Football Fields
• Lacrosse Fields
• Playground Structures
• Tennis Courts
• Basketball Courts
• Volleyball Courts
• Disc Golf Course
• Ice Rinks
• Furnishings
• Shelters/Pavilions
• Lighting Systems
• Parking Areas
• Trees/Landscaping
• Turf Management
• Nature Trails
• Greenways
• Shared Community Gardens
• Pocket Parks
• Flowers (downtown, parks, welcome signs, public gardens, etc.)
• 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.
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Quality Standards for all Parks and Public Areas
Quality Standards have been established through careful consideration of several factors,
including public visibility, safety, overall functionality, and frequency and type of use. TABLE
1 indicates the amenities that are available at each location, along with a number indicating
the assigned maintenance level. Maintenance levels are defined on pages 21-25.
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 Appendix E. All actions and repairs shall be documented in Cartegraph.
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TABLE 1 - Maintenance Level Assignments
Irrigation System Baseball Fields Community Garden Football Fields Soccer Fields Lacrosse Fields Volleyball Court Horseshoe Pit Disc Golf Course Playground Tennis Court Basketball Court Ice Rink Tables, Benches, Grills, Etc. Shelters/Pavilions Lighting System Parking Area Turf Management Irrigated Parks
Bloomfield Park 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
Central Park 1 1 1 1 1,2 1 1 2
Connemara Park 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1
DCTC Soccer
1 1 1 1
Erickson Park 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1
Flint Hills Soccer
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
Innisfree Park 1 1 1 2 1 2
Jaycee Park 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
Meadows Park 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1
Shannon Park 1 1 1 1 1 1
UMore Ballfields 1 1 1 1 1
Winds Park 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1
Non-Irrigated Parks and Other Areas
Ailesbury Park 2 1 1 1 2 1 3
Birch Park 1 1 1 2 3
Biscayne Park 1 1 1 3
Brockway Park 2 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 3
Business Park 3
Camfield Park 2 2 1 1 1 2 3
Carrolls Woods 3
Charlie’s Park 1 1 3
Chippendale Park 2 2 1 2 1 3
Claret Park 1 1 1 3
Dallara Park 1 1 1 3
Dunmore Park 1 3
Greystone Park 1 1 1 1 2 3
Horseshoe Lake
1 1 1 3
Kidder Park 2 2 1 1 3
Lions Park 1 1 1 3
Schwarz Park 1 1 2 1 3
Twin Puddles Park 2 2 1 2 3
City Hall/Public
1 1 1 2
Community Center 1 1 1 2
Family Resource
1 2 1 3
Fire Station 1 1 1 2
Fire Station 2 1 1 2
Koch Trail 1 3
Middle School 2
Steeple Center 1 3
Wells, Towers, LS,
3
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Quality Standards for Playground Structures
LEVEL 1
• Inspected every eight (8) weeks from March through November. Inspection
observations and any resulting maintenance needs shall be documented in
Cartegraph.
• Repairs to deficient/damaged equipment shall be made as soon as time and
resources allow. Safety hazards shall be addressed immediately upon notice.
• Play surfaces (mulch, sand, pea gravel) shall be maintained as needed from April
through October, with appropriate surface material added as needed.
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 will be replaced by a contractor within two (2) weeks of notice or
requestwhen it is economical and efficient to do so, generally when there are several
bulbs to replace at once
• Bulb replacement, aiming and lens cleaning shall by performed by an outsidea
contractor, when needed
Quality Standards for Trees and Landscaping
All public area trees and landscaping will be maintained at the same level according to the
following guidelines:
• Trees and shrubs shall be pruned upon request, or as needed when resources
allowand inspected as necessary.
• Trees and shrubs shall be fertilized when necessary during the first few years of year
after planting.
• Additional mulch shall be added around trees and shrubs every three (3) years on a
rotating schedule, or sooner if neededas needed, when resources allow
• 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 repaired as soon
as possible if a safety issue exists, or when resources allow if no safety issue exists
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Quality Standards for Maintenance of Natural Spaces
LEVEL 1 (Restoration Areas)
The following maintenance of restoration areas shall be performed by an outside contractor:
• Native prairie grasses and/or wildflower seeds will be planted as needed to achieve
and maintain sufficient growth
• Controlled burns or other removal methods will be scheduled as necessary to reduce
the impact of undesirable woody growth
• Inspections shall occur annually as resources allow to identify, treat and reduce the
presence of noxious weeds and undesirable woody material
• Other maintenance as recommended by the contractor and approved by City staff
LEVEL 2 (Natural Prairie Areas)
The following maintenance of natural prairie areas shall be performed by an outside
contractor:
• Inspections shall occur annually upon request, as resources allow to identify, treat
and reduce the presence of noxious weeds and undesirable woody material
• Other maintenance as recommended by the contractor and approved by City staff
LEVEL 3 (Natural Wooded Areas)
• Sites shall be inspected annually upon request, as resources allow by City staff to
reduce the presence of thistle and hazardous woody material (i.e. diseased or fallen
trees)
Quality Standards for Shared Community Gardens
• Set out water tanks in spring
• Fill water tanks weekly, or as needed
• Empty waste containers upon request, as needed
• Haul compost to each site upon request, as needed
• Collect water tanks in the fall, clean and put in storage
• Haul away plant debris in fall
• General miscellaneous maintenance on unused sites, as needed
Quality Standards for Pocket Parks
• Weed whip and spray for weeds monthly
• Remove vegetation debris monthly
• Put out trash receptacles in spring, remove in fall
Quality Standards for Flowers and Public Gardens
• Plan, design and purchase materials in the spring
• Prepare all beds and plant annuals in the spring
• Water all flowers daily or as needed, depending on location and conditions
• Weed maintenance as time permits
• Remove annuals and other plant debris in fall
• Cut back all perennials in the fall and prep all beds for winter
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Quality Standards for Baseball/Softball Fields
LEVEL 1
• Aglime enrichment annually, and as needed throughout the season
• Graded as needed
• Foul lines mowed twicepainted 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 25)
LEVEL 2
• Aglime enrichment as neededas resources allow
• Graded as needed
• Dragged daily during athletic season (weekly during off-season)
• Outfield Turf Management according to Level 2 requirements (page 25)
Quality Standards for Soccer Fields
LEVEL 1
• Striping completed 1-2 times weekly (full lines and circles)
• Overseeding as needed as resources allow
• Turf Management according to LEVEL 1 requirements (page 25)
LEVEL 2
• Striping/mowing done weekly
• Overseeding goal areas if/when necessary
• Turf Management according to LEVEL 2 requirements (page 25)
Quality Standards for Football/LaCrosse Fields
LEVEL 1
• Line striping done weekly
• Overseeding as neededas resources allow
• Turf Management according to LEVEL 1 requirements (page 25)
Quality Standards for Tennis Courts and Basketball Courts
LEVEL 1
• Set up nets and wind screens in spring, remove in fall
• Net adjustments, wind screen adjustments, hardware adjustments, gate maintenance,
and debris removal performed twice annuallyupon request, when time permits
• Crack inspectionSurfaces inspected for cracks annually in the spring, and sealed as
necessary
• Color coat and repaint lines every 6-8 years
• Surface overlay every 12-15 years
• Repaint backboards every four (4) years
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LEVEL 2
• Same as LEVEL 1 with no color coating or line striping.
Quality Standards for Volleyball Courts
LEVEL 1
• Set up net in spring, remove in fall
• Surface Play areas shall be inspected annually, with additional material added as
needed
• Poles shall be painted if/when necessary[WC2]
Quality Standards for Disc Golf Course
• Turf Management according to LEVEL 3 requirements (pages 24-25)
• Assist with course maintenance upon request, as resources allow
• Tree maintenance upon request, as resources allow
Quality Standards for Furnishings
LEVEL 1
• Picnic tables, park benches, grills, and park signs inspected annually in early spring
and repaired/replaced as necessaryupon request, as resources allow
• Picnic tables, and park benches, and park signs sanded/painted/stained maintained
as neededupon request, as resources allow
Quality Standards for Shelters/Pavilions
LEVEL 1 (enclosed buildings)
• General operational inspection shall be performed monthly (this includes fire
extinguishers, light bulbs, HVAC, etc.)
• Furnace filters shall be replaced as needed
• Exterior shall be painted/stained every 6-8 years
• Roof shall be inspected every 4-6 years
LEVEL 2 (open buildings with roof only)
• Swept as needed, or when requested for an event
• 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 (Bloomfield, Central, Jaycee)
• Transport portable hockey rink to Jaycee in fall, back to storage in spring
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• Snow removal – first priority (after streets) are cleared
• Flooding 6 days/week
• Edging and shaving as needed to maintain a smooth, uniform, high quality surface
• Board and hockey goal maintenance when time permits
• 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
Quality Standards for Parking Areas
LEVEL 1 (asphalt lots)
• Lots shall be swept annually in the spring
• Crack-sealed and seal coatedfog sealed every 5-7 years
• Mill/overlay every 17-22 yearsshall be scheduled based on engineer’s inspection and
recommendation (generally every 20-25 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) weeksas resources allow
• Fertilized three (3) timestwice annually between April 1 and October 31
•o Sand-based fields fertilized 4-5 times annually
• Herbicide application twice annually
• Debris removed with each mowing
• Aerated twice annually (spring and fall)as resources allow
• De-thatched annually in the fallin spring, as resources allow
• Overseeded as needed, when resources allow
LEVEL 2 (Irrigated non-athletic areas)
• Irrigated every 3-4 daysas needed
• Mowed 1-2 times per week
•o Contracted areas mowed weekly
• Weed whipping shall occur every two (2) weeksas resources allow
• Fertilized twice annually
• Herbicide application annually
• Debris removed with each mowing
• Aerated annually
• De-thatched annually in the fall
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• Overseeded as needed, when resources allow
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 wateringprogramming the
software to maximize watering efficiency and effectiveness
• Summer maintenance shall include periodic inspections for leaks, checking heads for
proper positioning, checking timers for odd/even watering, reviewing watering
schedules, and checking rain sensors, and making repairs as needed
• Repair sprinkler heads and water lines damaged by City contractors
• 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
Public Works Idling Policy
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APPENDIX B
Equipment Evaluation InformationMatrix
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APPENDIX C
Snowplowing Policy and Operating Procedures
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APPENDIX D
Right-of-Way and Boulevard Maintenance Policy
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APPENDIX E
Inspection Forms