Youth Sports Park User Committee

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Litter control Minimum of once per day, five days per week. Use patterns may require more frequent service which may be provided by, or at the expense of user groups. Trash containers are provided and serviced regularly. Off -site movement of trash dependent on size of containers and use by the public. Pruning - Usually done at least once per season unless species planted dictate more frequent attention. Diseases and disease control - Usually takes place when disease or insects are inflicting noticeable damage, reducing vigor of plant materials, or could be considered bothersome to the public. Some minor problems may be tolerated at the Mode II -YSP level. Lighting - Replacement or repair of fixtures when observed or reported as not working. Surfaces - Two categories of surfaces are included in the Mode II -YSP category: Playing surfaces - Surfaces included within identified sports fields will be maintained in a manner compatible with safe and enjoyable play, according to the sport, use level, and surface involved. Other surfaces- Should be cleaned, repaired, repainted, or replaced when appearance has noticeably deteriorated. Graffiti should be removed or painted over within 24 hours. Repairs - Should be done whenever safety, function, or appearance is in question. Inspection - Inspection by some staff member at least once a day when regular staff is scheduled. Floral planting - Not recommended in the Mode II -YSP category. Low - maintenance wildflower plantings are a possible exception. Rest rooms - Should be maintained at least once per day as long as they are open for public use. High use may require more frequent servicing which may be provided by, or at the expense of, user groups. Service period should insure and adequate supply of paper and that rest rooms are reasonably clean and free from bad odors. Special features - Should be maintained for safety, function, and quality appearance as per established design.