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<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> inches above the highest tie to reduce abrasion of main or lateral <br /> branches of the tree. <br /> C) Mulching of Bare Areas <br /> <br /> In designated tree ring areas where bare soil is visible the Contractor <br /> shall apply AG Organics, Inc. AG203 Nutri Mulch 2"-3"or approved <br /> equal ''/2" thick minimum quarterly (every third week of January, April, <br /> July, and October) and as necessary to maintain uniform and complete <br /> coverage. Mulch is to be removed and completely replaced with fresh <br /> mulch every July. <br /> d) Hazardous Tree Reporting <br /> <br /> In the event the Contractor detects any tree displaying roots heaving or <br /> girdling (either by roots or a foreign material), leaning, broken or <br /> hanging limbs, or if Contractor determines that potential safety hazard <br /> may exist Contractor shall notify the Director by phone within twenty- <br /> four (24) hours. <br /> <br /> e) Loss of Trees <br /> <br /> The Contractor shall be responsible for the complete removal and <br /> replacement of any and all trees lost due to the Contractor's failure to <br /> perform under this agreement. Failure to perform includes but is not <br /> limited to, girdling trees with string trimmers or tree ties, improper <br /> planting of new trees, improper pruning/trimming techniques which <br /> disfigure or destroy the trees natural integrity and shape, or failure to <br /> detect and prevent treatable diseases and insect infestations. <br /> All trees that exhibit the signs of disease or pests, or any other signs of <br /> distress shall be inspected by a Certified Arborist approved by the <br /> Director. Contractor shall provide an exact location and separate <br /> evaluation/report for each tree in decline. Contractor shall treat any tree <br /> in decline at no additional cost to City. Should the Certified Arborist <br /> determine that the tree had a terminal disease that the Contractor could <br /> not have treated or prevented, the Contractor shall not be responsible to <br /> replace the tree. However, should the Certified Arborist determine that <br /> the tree's unhealthy condition or death could have been prevented had <br /> the Contractor treated the tree then Contractor shall be responsible for <br /> the cost of treatment to restore the tree to a healthy condition or replace <br /> the tree. The latest American Shade Tree Conference guidelines for <br /> value determination will determine the value of the trees lost. <br /> By entering into agreement with the City the Contractor acknowledges <br /> that they accept the condition of each tree and should a tree go into <br /> decline or expire the Contractor agrees to replace the tree with like <br /> species and size or agree that the City shall withhold payment equal to <br /> the value of the tree. <br /> <br /> <br /> 21 <br /> 251-31 <br />