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system supplied by City water meters, with the exception of median island 'bullnoses' which are watered with overhead irrigation. L18.2. Required on-going maintenance as follows: L18.2.1 Monthly - Turn system on with controllers and check program. Ajust program as needed for seasons, new plantings, and weather conditions. Verify that system is running 20 minutes on and 20 minutes off, per cycle, to prevent 'wethose' hydration (decrease leak rate). Suggested frequency of watering (will vary based on rainfall) is 5 cycles per day/5 days per week during dry season and 4 cycles per day/3 days per week during wet season. Visually inspect valves, filters, and backflow preventers for malfunction or damage and repair as needed. With system running, visually inspect for PVC pipe breaks or 'wethose' needing repairs. Always make repairs to all PVC or 'wethose' pipe after flushing the pipe. After repairs are complete, turn the system on to verify that no additional work is required. L18.2.2.Quarterly - In addition to monthly maintenance schedule, open flush ports and let water run a minimum of 3 minutes. Check filter elements for excess residual and replace if needed. L18.2.3.Annually - In addition to monthly maintenance schedule, replace filter elements and controller batteries. Chemically flush system using 'Disolve' (this process will remove iron, calcium, and other buildup on the inside of the 'wethose' and PVC pipe). L18.2.4.Accidental damage to system - Follow the monthly procedure and be mindful to always flush the system before and after making repairs. L1S.3. Requirements for Conventional Irrigation Systems within project limits: The Contractor is to familiarize himself with the existing irrigations systems and is responsible for the repair of all components to insure a continually efficient irrigation system. This includes the adjustment of the controllers to insure the correct amount of precipitation necessary for viable vegetative growth, always following any South Florida Water Management District drought guidelines. Contractor is to perform monthly wet tests, to verify viability of system, on the last Wednesday of each month. On the first day of each month report to City, in writing, indicating proper operation of each zone, required repairs, additional costs and updated run time per zone. L19. The Contractor, at his/her expense, will be responsible for the proper maintenance, replacement, repair, or retro-fitting of all irrigation components. The wholesale cost of parts only will be borne by the City, with proper documentation and approval by the City. Labor costs will be paid by the City at the contract approved hourly rate. Any necessary repairs, other than routine irrigation head replacement must be approved in writing by the City prior to start of work. L20. Fertilizer and materials shall be delivered in original, unopened, and undamaged containers showing weight, analysis, and name of manufacturer. All fertilizer materials shall be stored in manner to prevent wetting and deterioration. L21. Fertilizer and insect/disease control materials shall be applied at the rates established by accepted horticultural standards, manufacturer's recommendations, and as approved by City. L21.1 Lawn: For control of fire ants, use Award Fire Ant Killer. Follow manufacturer's instructions for applications amounts and rates. L21.1.1. February - Apply granular 20-0-20 with Atrazine or approved equal; St. PAGE 54 OF 92 BID No. 07-10-04