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P a g e | 17 A P P E N D I X B <br />Recommendations <br /> <br /> Metal fencing should be regularly inspected for damage and broken or damaged components <br />(posts, top rails, bottom rails and vertical members) should be promptly repaired or replaced. <br /> <br /> City should continue with the practice of regular repainting of metal fencing to prevent rust and <br />improve overall appearance. <br /> <br />Irrigation Systems <br /> <br />Existing Conditions <br /> <br />Limited examples of over or under watering was found throughout the system, including sport fields, <br />open turf areas and shrub beds. The irrigation system appeared to be well-maintained with a limited <br />number of water leaks due to broken or damaged sprinkler heads and lines. As seen in the park tour, <br />City staff periodically operates the irrigation system to check for coverage and overspray issues. <br /> <br /> <br />Recommendations <br /> <br /> City staff should continue with a regular inspection program of the irrigation system including <br />operation to determine coverage and to identify overspray issues. <br /> <br /> Monitor soil moisture conditions and irrigate turf areas to provide adequate moisture for <br />healthy growth while maintaining a playable surface that is not muddy, spongy or over <br />saturated. This will help to prevent tearing and uprooting of the turf and topsoil under normal <br />playing conditions. <br /> <br /> The City has moved to a centrally controlled irrigation system with soil sensors, and a scheduling <br />system allowing for control of multiple sites to exact specifications and daily changes. Some <br />locations such as Laurel Creek Park and smaller landscaped areas such as medians continue to <br />be irrigated by individual controllers. The City should continue to move these remaining islands <br />into the centrally controlled system as time and financial resources permit. <br /> <br /> City should explore the opportunities to utilize available treated water for irrigation of shrub <br />beds, landscaping, and other park amenities as permitted under state law. Val Vista Park would <br />be an ideal and initial candidate due to the park’s proximity to the sewage treatment plant. <br /> <br /> <br />