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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS by JACKSON MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AUTHORITY for LANDSCAPING, DRAINGAGE AND SITE IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINSTRATION BUILDING The Jackson Municipal Airport Authority ("JMAA") will receive sealed bids at the Jackson-Evers International Airport ("JEIA"), Main Terminal Building, Suite 300, in the City of Jackson, Rankin County, Mississippi, until 10:00 a.m. on March 11, 2005 (the "Bid Deadline"), for Landscaping, Drainage and Site Improvements for the Federal The outside or exterior of each bid envelope or container of the bid must be marked with the wording "Bid for Landscaping, Drainage and Site Improvements (JMAA Contract No. 231)." Landscaping GuideAll plantings shall be maintained so as not to obstruct the view of the sign face on either side, nor shall any materials used for landscaping encroach onto adjacent properties. 3. A plan for tree protection during construction must be included with the landscape plan submittal or no credit will be given for tree retention. Whenever any property is affected by these landscaping standards, the property owner or developer shall prepare a landscape plan for submission in conjunction with a site development plan. The purpose and intent of the Landscaping, Screening and Buffering Specifications and Standards for the City of Virginia Beach is to provide a set of guidelines and standards for landscape plants and other landscape elements such as fences, walls, and berms employed to minimize negative impacts of proposed uses on neighboring existing uses. These
The City of Spokane recognizes the aesthetic, ecological, and economic value of landscaping and requires its use to: Promote the distinct character and quality of life and development expected by the community as indicated and supported in the policies of the comprehensive plan; Maintain and protect property values; The clear view triangle is defined in subsection 11.12.050.C. The Director of Engineering Services may further limit the height of plantings, landscaping structures, and other site development features within the clear view triangle or may expand the size of the clear view triangle as conditions warrant. All other portions of a site not covered by structures, hard surfaces, or other prescribed landscaping shall be planted in L3 Open Area Landscaping until the Maximum Landscape Requirement threshold is reached (see section .080 below). Option 1: Interior Landscaping LeafletLandscaping schemes have failed because the wrong type of plants were selected for the locality. It is also essential that a maintenance clause is written into the landscaping contract so that any plants that die are replaced for up to a period of at least two years. The District Council is also aware of the need to protect and improve the environment and most planning permissions for development carry conditions requiring the submission, approval and implementation of a landscaping scheme. Many large development companies employ their own landscape specialists or seek the advice of landscape consultants. This leaflet is aimed at giving a few practical hints on landscaping conditions attached to planning permissions. All too often landscaping has been no more than an afterthought, a "dressing up" of a previously planned layout, so that many developments Application After the field inspection is complete, fill out and submit the EnviroStar application for landscapers. We expect that most landscaper EnviroStars will enter at the 2star level. We recognize that horticulture and landscaping are complex. We have worked with leaders in the landscape industry to develop these criteria. We are confident these criteria represent a place where attractive landscapes and pollution prevention come together. They are based in an understanding of what makes a healthy landscape, how to prevent landscape problems, and how to deal with any problems using means that reduce pollution. They incorporate many common landscape practices and encourage the formalization of others. The one year renewal will be fairly extensive so that we can ensure that the landscaper is indeed on their way to 3stars as required, within two years WM 3.2: A student selects and uses appropriate problem solving strategies to complete investigations. 1. In groups, students list ways in which landscaping could improve staff carparking areas and student bicycle parking areas. . landscaping as a means of breaking up large areas of hard surfaces, thus providing visual relief In groups students design a landscaped site for teachers' cars and students' bicycles. 4. Provide students with the following information regarding the landscaping criteria: Car spaces will need to be 5.5 m in length by 2.5 m in width. Landscaping is to provide 50 per cent of shade coverage of the total paved surface area of the carpark. Landscaping should include the planting of canopy trees, low shrubs or ground cover. 6. Groups design the landscaping plan and present the scale drawing to the class. The purpose of the Nursery/Landscaping Contest is to encourage students to gain knowledge of the production, marketing, utilization, and culture of landscape plants. 1. Identification of woody ornamental and turf plants commonly used in Missouri landscapes. 3. Understanding of the basic principles involved in correct use of plants in the landscape. 4. Ability to diagnose common problems encountered in the culture of landscape plants and to prescribe methods for preventing or correcting these problems. This portion of the contest will test the contestant's knowledge and understanding of the production, marketing, utilization, and culture of landscape plants. It will consist of 50 multiple choice questions selected from the following: (1) Turf Grasses (2) Shrubs (3) Trees (4) Pests and Pesticides (5) Soils (6) This forms the focus for the longer-term goal of addressing key issues facing the landscaping industry which impact on recruitment, retention, careers and workforce development. Influencing the perceived image of the industry There are a wealth of factors affecting how the landscaping industry is perceived by the general public. The poor image of the land-based sector as a whole is perceived to have a knock on derogatory affect on the public image of the landscape industry There is a need for a combined national level promotion strategy of positive images of the landscaping industry in a variety of roles including environmental impact and sustainability. There is a need to promote landscaping as a career option and an employment option, by influencing key career decision makers including careers advisors, young people or the public in general. This knowledge will Native Plant Professionals List This information was compiled for your convenience by the volunteers of the Washington Native Plant Society. The persons listed here are all members of the Society, and many are Native Plant Stewards. The individuals on this list can provide professional input on your landscaping projects. For more information on gardening with native plants, visit http://www.wnps.org/landscaping/landscaping.html. King/Pierce/Snohomish Counties Krissy Biernacki Blue Skies Gardens Seattle (206) 324-4253 (206) 324-4253 (206) 276-7938 krissy@blueskies.ms Ola Edwards Seattle (206) 523-6649 olae@u.washington.edu tadpole.haven@verizon.net Deb Guenther MITHUN Seattle (206) 971-3404 debrag@mithun.com Jason Henry The Berger Partnership P.S. Seattle (206) 325-6877 jasonh@bergerpartnership.com Brett Johnson Green Man Gardens Mercer Island (206) 232-5734 | |
