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Home My WebLink AboutAGENDA REPORT 1990 1107 CC REG ITEM 11D MOORPARK BERNARDO M. PEREZ .P� �• ST V N KUENY Mayor ° /`� '��?ARK, CAl.GORNIA City Manager i SCOTT MONTGOMERY NOO'''i"'- �L IFORNIA CHERYL J. KANE Mayor Pro Tem i .00•:ng %o CII Meefl�g City Attorney h�• ELOISE BROWN to i tiiw of l 7 9A16RICK RICHARDS,A.I.C.P. Counatmember Director of CLINT HARPER,Ph.D. �;�: 9°� AC11O . dl's d ommunity Development Councilmember �, 46 ! {w - ' 109' 40 R. DENNIS DELZEIT PAUL W.LAWRASON,Jr. - ' - • AMP:// City Engineer Councilmember r� `! '�/�( . /: N V.GILLESPIE LILLIAN KELLERMAN ��- Chief of Police City Clerk RICHARD T. HARE City Treasurer MEMORANDUM TO : The Honorable City Council FROM: Philip E. Newhouse, Director of Coiamunit " Services DATE : October 10, 1990 SUBJECT: Consider Report Related to Overseeding Peach Hill Park Turf A KGROUND : The initial seeding of the Peach Hill Park turf was completed in the latter part of October or early November, 1987. The seed mix consisted of: 26% Unhulled Common Bermuda; 37% Pen Fine Rye; 37% Manhattan Rye and appropriate fillers, binders and fertilizer . Additionally, prior to planting of trees, shrubs and turf, the entire park was conditioned by incorporating the following into the top six inches of soil (per 1, 000 sq. ft . ) : 3 cubic yards of nitrolized wood residual; 5 pounds of ammonium phosphate; 20 pounds of fertilizer - Kellogg's (8-8-4) ; 20 pounds of soil sulphur. The grass seed mix selected was determined by considering two factors; the rye grasses were selected as they are a cool weather grass and would germinate and provide the initial turf for the park as the hydroseeding was done during the cool season of the year. The Bermuda grass was selected as it is a warm weather grass and as the weather warmed, the rye 799 Moorpark Avenue Moorpark, California 93021 (805) 529-6864 The Honorable City Council Page 2 10/10/90 grass would decline and the Bermuda grass would germinate and establish itself as the permanent grass for the park . However, the Bermuda grass did not fully establish itself. In reviewing why the Bermuda grass did not fully establish itself, one factor alone does not stand out but could be related to several factors : 1 . Bermuda grass requires a minimum soil temperature of 55 degrees F . As the turf was hydroseeded in early winter, the Bermuda seed probably remained dormant for approximately four months . During those four months, an above normal amount of water was applied to the turf to establish the rye grass . As the rye grass seed germinated and grew, the Bermuda seed remained dormant . Some of the Bermuda seed probably rotted because of the amount of moisture (water) on the ground. 2 . Another factor could have been mother nature . During the establishment period when the rye grass was growing, birds probably ate a portion of the dormant Bermuda seeds . 3. Another factor could have been runoff. Due to the amount of water needed to establish the rye grass and promote its growth, some of the Bermuda seed probably was washed away. DISCUSSION: The current condition of the turf can be related to the following: 1 . Due to only a small portion of the Bermuda seed germinating, the primary park grass is rye grass . Rye grass is a cool season turf grass which languishes in hot dry summers . To be fully established, it needs to be periodically overseeded. Rye grass is a thin blade annual or perennial lawn grass . Plants clump instead of running and do not make a tight turf . Heavy sowing helps to overcome this. 2 . Coupled with factor (1) above is the extreme use the park has received since dedication in the Spring of 1988. The adult softball program has played throughout the year and Little League baseball, girls softball and youth soccer all use the park for practice during their respective seasons . In addition there is relatively high use by the general public because it is the only City park with a lighted ball field, restroom and picnic shelter. The high usage has worn away much of the The Honorable City Council Page 3 10/10/90 grass as a tight, thick turf was not initially established for the previously stated reasons . To reestablish the turf, the park must be overseeded. The most cost effective method to quickly establish the turf would be by hydroseeding. Staff is recommending two grasses for Council 's consideration; Common Bermuda and Triple Crown Fescue. OPTIONS FOR OVERSEEQING: • A. Common Bermuda grass - a perennial warm season subtropical turf grass FEATURES BENEFITS Fine texture. Spreads aggressively by surface runners. Deep root system. Disease tolerant . Heat tolerant. Low Maintenance . Drought tolerant . Extremely hardy to high traffic areas . Thatch buildup. Pest free . Browns out in winter. Drought tolerant . Requires less water than most grasses. Mowing height 1/2"-1" . B. Triple Crown Fescue - Cool season grass FEATURES BENEFITS Medium fine texture. Drought tolerant . Requires less water than most other type grasses but more than Bermuda grass. Deep root system. Traffic tolerant. Heat tolerant. Disease tolerant ; exhibits a wide tolerance to diseases . Shade tolerant . L o w fertilizer requirement . Grows in wide range of Low maintenance . soils . No thatch buildup. Durable leaf blades . Mowing height 2-3" . The Honorable City Council Page 4 10/10/90 Moorpark lies in a subtropical climate; high temperatures, scant rainfall, dry soils . Hardy grasses include fescues, bluegrasses and bents, but require above normal water as compared to Bermuda, Zoysia and St . Augustine. However, with new blends now available, the fescue recommended is used widely throughout our area and has proven to be a good performer. It should be noted that Campus Canyon Park was seeded with Triple Crown Fescue and so will South Meadows Park . Hydroseeding of Peach Hill Park would be a two-phase operation; preparation of area to be hydroseeded and the hydroseeding itself. Staff has solicited informal bids based upon the following specifications for hydroseeding: Area to be hydroseeded - 7 to 8 acres; 304, 920 - 348, 480 sq. feet . Seed: Bermuda, 5 lbs . per 1, 000 sq. ft. Fescue, 10 lbs. per 1, 000 sq. ft. Mulch: 1, 500 lbs. per acre Binder: 1 lb. per 1, 000 sq. ft . Fertilizer: 400 lbs. per acre PROPOSALS RECEIVED: COMPANY BERMUDA TRIPLE CROWN FESCUE Dietz Hydroseeding Co. $ 8, 080 .00 $ 8, 782 .00 (Based on 7 acres) Sandcastle Hydroseeding $11, 400.00 $12, 197 .00 (Based on 8 acres) Bids have not been solicited for field preparation, but representatives of Dietz and Sandcastle estimate the costs to be between $2, 000 to $4,000 depending on total area and condition of existing area to be hydroseeded. City staff may be able to do all or part of the soil preparation work. The time period to hydroseed the park will depend on the type of grass to be used. If Bermuda seed is used, the hydroseeding would be done in late February or March and the area seeded would be closed through May or June. If fescue seed is used, the hydroseeding would be done in December or January, and the area would be closed through March or April. Alternatives for hydroseeding would be: 1) all of the area as identified in attachment "a" at one time; or 2) a two-phase program which would be the southern half of the athletic The Honorable City Council Page 5 10/10/90 field which' is predominantly the softball field March through June and the north half of the athletic field June through September as identified in attachment "b". This alternative would allow partial use of the park by the community. Staff is still evaluating these options . After the initial planting and first full year of growth, the park turf was reasonably well established. The Bermuda was observed not to be as dense and established as it should have been; however, staff and the current landscape contractor were reasonably satisfied the Bermuda would continue to germinate to produce the desired turf. The following year, 1989, the turf again appeared reasonably well maintained, however, concern was voiced periodically that the park maintenance needed to be improved. In observing the turf at that time, the Bermuda did show signs of growth, but was not producing as thick thatch as should have been established by that time . To compensate, additional fertilization of the park was added to the maintenance contract . During this time period, the park was under heavy use through such programs as Little League, adult softball, soccer and the general public. This extensive use of the park partially inhibited the turf ' s growth and establishment . Recently, staff and the current landscape contractor have noticed new Bermuda growth. However, with the heavy use of the park, we feel it would not have an opportunity to establish itself. Since the park' s soil is predominantly clay, staff suggests the maintenance contract be amended to add the following: Costs 1 . Increase aeration from 3 to 4 times yearly; $200 2. Increase fertilization from 3 to 4 times yearly; $300 3. Add Gypsum to soil annually; $600 4 . Drop one season of adult softball to allow for turf repair and rejuvenation. We would have three 10 to 12 week seasons remaining. Staff is currently proceeding with soil samples to determine if the soil condition should be amended as part of the work program. FUNDING: Related costs for the hydroseeding program can be taken from the anticipated savings of the Park Maintenance Assessment Fund. Should costs exceed the anticipated fund balance it can be funded from subsequent year assessments . A portion of the costs could be funded from the recreation fund or from the general fund. The Honorable City Council Page 6 10/10/90 Estimated costs for this program are: 1. Hydroseeding $8, 000 to $12, 000 2. Turf preparation $2, 000 to $ 4, 000 (including soil amendments) WATER SAVINGS: As Bermuda grass is very drought tolerant we should experience a minimum of 10 percent savings . Staff will monitor the water usage_ ASSY: From the information received by staff, Common Bermuda would be more suited to our climate and has the advantage of self- rejuvenation over fescue grass and uses less water than Fescue grass . Fescue is somewhat less costly to maintain, does not turn brown in the cool months of the year, but does require more water to retain its appearance and must be reseeded to maintain a tight turf. RECOMMENDATIQjrT: Approve use of Bermuda seed and direct staff to prepare planting plan and final cost estimates . PEN Attachments P.1 Li 0.(IJ\ f3 I M X V AILI.__EY ELECTRIC COMP AMY, 1Me- ?F5-r a. 100014ftA t amaa i7. o2P X VAi-i.AY, OA. OaO&Q-tO P. 1F"0"91 (803) 526-2756 " FAX teas) 526-2868 L'Ze. 1.41"1" FA X SHEET DATSI 08/06/1990 FAX 1[O. (805) 529-8270 TOt City of Moorpark ATTENTIOYt Phil Newhouse P'RO11t Dick 9UBJECTt Quotation for replacement of damaged wiring, relocation of underground conduits and pull boxes and correct controls at Peach Hill Park. NUMBER OF PA13ESt 2 (including lead enact) AQ IT DRAL FQ 1ATXPa t – – P.1 Pogo No, of Pages propos' SIMI VALLEY ELECTRIC CO., INC. 7754 COCl-IRAN STREET, S1MI VALLEY, CA 9X:0-197Q (806)626-275e Since 1050 LIG 2A1288 "Acoossi.W5MfTfl0 TO rfgn[ OAT[ CITY OF MOORPARK Attn: Phil Newhouse (805) 529-6864 August 6, 1990 ,u real 799 Moorpark Ave. Peach Hill Park wiring repairs Moor-ark, CA 93021 Aerobic oubtflit spodl5 tfets e • ootimaas • Material and labor to replace approximately 8, 000 foot of damaged underground airing for park lighting and controls. Relocate illegally installed underground boxes to sidewalk arca and re-route associated conduits. Remove illegally installed contactor and install second contactor in separate enclosure for lighting control. Original contactor was not installed per plans or National Electrical Code. NOTE: Cutting, patching and ditching ie not included. • • • - 1 No mune hereby to furnish metarial and labor —complete in accordance with above speciflcatbns, for the sum of: F us n Y 1�Lrl�T'ead gevrant y F i xa _nnri me-Jinn dollars(�_ S, �''t". 00 ant to bo made eaWOWS: I a , . . As neeterai K swnneoeo to ea es aaerelea.At wan as ee aamp•w.e In.wWWMudilr -: • resnna'teaseled le;WOWf keg ettereeMe at dMTie loM from■bete epcMa• A 1/0014ed Otte impeded labs wetsw a cat be caae ewb span ambles erten.and alit m eacac on 8ipeasvre sere oases over end lime the estimate All aaweawrte conelitewit Won Oven ankeetc or delap as oar corona. Nott'Tlee*Riberfiley lia. McCoy wfthdravrn try us it nee ealstP w tMtbin o 15 days, ow ceceuen A3e--Oa 11401 ri Liam»LW) b�ra Contractors are rogidred by law to he Isessod a~ • 4 ''' canbral_ ,� aad it iiieer aid mated by till Contractor's State (Aim 4. • "'• ,. � ?"...a.".;p leers. 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