07-12-2012 Park Commission Meeting

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essentially the timeframe between when it is first purchased and developed until it is rebuilt/refurbished to serve evolving customer needs. In most cases,parks have a life cycle of 15 to 20 years, although this will vary substantially depending on the specifics of the park in question. Maintenance of the park system is currently coordinated through the City's Public Works Department. Park maintenance tasks may occur on a daily, weekly, monthly, seasonal and weather related basis. These jobs may include but are not limited to: . Litter and garbage clean-up Mowing and trimming . Fertilizing and irrigation of turf . Preventative equipment maintenance . Equipment repair . Chemical application . Restroom maintenance and upkeep . Facility repair and maintenance . Moving tables and benches . Leaf clean-up . Trail maintenance . Special event preparation . Flooding ice rink(future) Goals 1. To maintain and rehabilitate existing facilities in accordance with their planned use, safety, and enjoyment. 2. To assure residents the best possible park experience, while keeping budgets and resources in mind, through: . Attention to upkeep including maintenance, safety, and cleanliness, . Replacement of worn or obsolete equipment and facilities, . Landscaping, and . Rehabilitation where indicated by changing needs or conditions. 3. To manage with efficient maintenance procedures and those that preserve or enhance the environment. Recommendations 1. The Parks Maintenance Policy shall be maintained to preserve the level of service and maintenance given the park system. Continued charting of park maintenance efforts shall be undertaken to ascertain the level of present effort, as well as the possible need for additional staff time or resources. 2. As trails are developed, a trail maintenance plan should develop a system of inspection, upkeep and periodic maintenance that addresses the type and needs of the specific trail. This plan needs to be updated as trails change and use increases. 3. In keeping with the Parks Maintenance Policy, inspections of all park equipment will assure the safety of the public and track the need for replacement as the facilities age. 4. Periodically assess the need for landscaping and tree.