Agmt 2010 Pacheco Brothers Gardening Inc

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Agapanthus (Lily-of--the-Nile), where planted en masse, shall be treated as a groundcover. Maintenance shall include removing all spent flowers immediately following the flowering season. Watering Water is available from the City's automatic and manual irrigation systems at the sites. Where no irrigation system exists, irrigation shall not be considered part of this contract. The City shall pay for all water and electricity except for water usage in excess of that needed to maintain the landscape as specified herein. Contractor shall pay for all excessive water charges due to Contractor's failure to monitor irrigation system malfunctions or unwarranted increases in the frequency of irrigation. Automatic controllers shall be programmed for watering prior to 6:00 A.M. or after 10:00 P.M. Automatic controllers' programs shall be adjusted to compensate for changes in the weather and site conditions. Excessive run-off of water shall be avoided. Water shall not be allowed to pond or create awater-logged soil condition. Wasting of water or use of City furnished water for means other than those directly related to maintenance of this project shall be prohibited. Precautions shall be taken to prevent water from wetting pedestrians, vehicles and pavement. Any soil washed onto pavement shall be cleaned up and any eroded areas shall be filled in at the Contractor's expense. Irrigation System Maintenance The City shall be responsible for general maintenance of the irrigation system including piping, wiring, spray heads, electric valves, and automatic controllers. All irrigation parts and materials which are damaged or broken shall be reported to the City. Contractor shall then submit in writing a written proposal for repair and/or replacement. A City representative shall then determine if work shall be done by Contractor or a City crew. Contractor is responsible for any damage caused by Contractor. Any repair work performed by the City, which is at fault by the Contractor, shall be charged against the Contractor's monthly account. The irrigation system shall be inspected by the Contractor on a weekly basis during the irrigation period. The Contractor shall coordinate with the City to ensure that the irrigation systems are properly set to avoid over-watering, especially prior to scheduled mowing. It is the Contractor's responsibility to insure that the system is operating correctly and that there is adequate coverage. All spray heads shall be kept cleaned and adjusted to maximize coverage and minimize overspray onto the roadway. Adjustments shall include raising or lowering spray heads to avoid obstructions to the flow of water, and shall be done at the Contractor's expense. All electric valves shall be kept flushed clean of sediment and debris and shall be maintained in proper working order. Valves shall be kept well adjusted to insure efficient operation of the irrigation system. The Contractor shall also keep the controllers clean and free of insects and dust, and shall make any necessary repairs or replacements.