Grass Cutting Along the Boulevards

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Many have noticed the boulevards along both Garth Street and Twenty Road are not as pristine as the grass that is cut within the community. Please note that the areas within the community are maintained by a contractor, governed by the individual condo contract. In all Garth Trails contracts, it is outlined that the area is to be aesthetically pleasing. Areas outside of Garth Trails property are maintained by the City of Hamilton, and the contracts that the City of Hamilton has with their contractors do not prioritize aesthetics.

 

In an effort to inform residents, administration at the Clubhouse has contacted the City of Hamilton to confirm the details surrounding these areas with regards to grass cutting and maintenance. All details are as follows:

 

-      The boulevards as referred to extend from the road and inwards to the fence line.

-      These areas are all City of Hamilton property and are zoned as urban.

-      These areas are covered under the Urban Mowing Contract.

o   The City of Hamilton is responsible for cutting and trimming these areas.

o   The purpose of this maintenance is to reduce the spread of weeds and ticks.

o   These are maintained from April 18th until the second week of October, and are allotted 12 cuttings throughout the season.

o   Grass is cut and trimmed once every two weeks, weather permitting.

o   This is contracted work: all work performed on City of Hamilton property is awarded to licensed contractors, and none of the work is performed by students.

-      Please note that any grass under/surrounding hydro lines (including any within these boulevards) are property of Ontario Hydro and are maintained by Ontario Hydro twice per year.

 

If you are feel that the grass cutting does not align with the above guidelines, you are welcome to contact the City of Hamilton at 905-546-CITY (2489).