HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity of Tamarac Resolution R-89-0301
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3 CITY OF TAMARAC, FLORIDA
4 RESOLUTION NO. R-w89-_50
5 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF TAMARAC AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER TO MAKE APPLICATION FOR A
G XERISCAPE GRANT WITH THE STATE OF FLORIDA FOR A
ONE MILE STRIP OF NOB HILL ROAD FROM COMMERCIAL
BOULEVARD TO MCNAB ROAD; AND PROVIDING AN
�) EFFECTIVE DATE.
II WHEREAS, this phase of the project will be to design and
implement an innovative Xeriscape landscaping project in the
median of a prominent public right-of-way which is a one mile
strip of Nob Hill Road from Commercial Boulevard to Mc Nab
Road; and
WHEREAS, the City of Tamarac proposes to prepare and
adopt a form of the South Florida Water Management District's
Model Landscape Code which is applicable to the particular
situations in Tamarac; and
WHEREAS, the purpose of Xeriscape landscaping is to
conserve water through the use of efficient landscaping and
through State assistance, Tamarac can demonstrate a
significant impact on reducing the overall consumption of
water within the City; thereby preserving this valuable
natural resource; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Council of the City of
Tamarac wish to authorize the City Manager to make
application for a Xeriscape Grant between the City of Tamarac
and the State of Florida for a one mile strip of Nob Hill
Road from Commercial Boulevard to Mc Nab Road.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF TAMARAC, FLORIDA:
SECTION 1: The City Council of the City of Tamarac
hereby authorizes the City Manager to apply for a Xeriscape
Grant between the City of Tamarac and the State of Florida
for a one mile strip of Nob Hill Road from Commercial
Boulevard to Mc Nab Road for an amount not to exceed
$250,000.00, a copy of said application being attached hereto
as "Exhibit I".
SECTION 2: The appropriate City officials are hereby
authorized to execute all necessary agreements and documents
associated with this grant request.
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SECTION 3: The City Clerk of the City of Tamarac is
hereby directed to send copies of this Resol-u.tion to the
appropriate State of Florida agencies and all other persons
directed by the City Council.
SECTION 4: This Resolution shall become effective
immediately upon its passage.
PASSED, ADOPTED AND APPROVED this, day of ,
1989.
ATTEST: dL---4�4
NORMAN ABRAMOWITZ
MAYOR
CAROL A. EVANS
CITY CLERK
I HEREBY CERTIFY that I have
approved this RESOLUTION as to
form.
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RICHARD DOOD
CITY ATTORNEY
RECORD OF COUNCIL VOTE
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UiSTRICT 3:
C/M HOFFMAN
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7525 NORTHWEST 88TH AVENUE TAMARAC, FLORIDA 33321-2401
TELEPHONE (305) 722.5900
GRANT APPLICATION
XERISCAPE
CITY OF TAMARAC
7525 NORTHWEST 88TH AVENUE
TAMARAC, FL 33320-2401
(305) 722-5900
CONTACT PERSON: DINA M. McDERMOTT
ASSISTANT TO THE
CITY MANAGER
AN FOL)AL nPPORTLJNITY EMPLOYER
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E. Human Values
F. Preservation of Vegetation
G. Removal of Nuisance Species
H. Improved Design
I. Improved Administration and Enforcement of Code.
The following is a Summary of Applicant Project Costs:
Landscape Design, Installation, Maintenance, Plan Preparation,
Technical Resource Officer: $ 50,000.00
Estimate of Comparativg Analysis
For: 8,000 +/- lineal feet (l.f.) of median at 15 feet wide Landscaping
St ndAr—d &eadacape
Engineering and Design: $50,000.00 $50,000.00
Water: $720.00 yr. -0_
Sprinkler Irrigation: $40,000.00 -0_
Landscaping Materials: $55.00 l.f. $30.00 l.f.
($440,000.00) ($240,000.00)
Maintenance Landscaped Areas: Over a period of time
Xeriscape Landscaping will
save upto 70% of Maintenance
Costs
Conclusion
The purpose of Xeriscape landscaping is to conserve water through
the use of efficient landscaping. Through State assistance in formal
application of Xeriscape and its principles we can demonstrate a
significant impact on reducing the overall consumption of water
within the City of Tamarac and thereby preserving this valuable
natural resource.
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xers •sc e
\zir-o-ska-p\ n■ [Greek xeros, dry4:
water conservation through creative landscaping
Water conservation in Florida is becoming increasingly
important. Outdoor irrigation can account for 50 percent
or more of the average homeowner's water use. A water -
conserving landscape will save the homeowner money on
water, energy and maintenance bills and will help preserve
r the state's valuable fresh water resources.
Xeriscapes originated in the and southwestern United
States. Contrary to the image of rock and cactus gardens,
Florida Xeriscapes resemble lush traditional gardens.
Through careful planning they save 30 to 80 percent of the
�• ` - irrigation water,
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start with a design plan
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efore planting trees, shrubs or turf a plan of
the new landscape should be made. Planning
and design should take into consideration the
size and shape of the lot, the soil type,
topography, and intended use of the area.
Soil Improvenient.s
*rhe planning stage is a good time to decide what soil
amendments are needed for optimum plant growth. A soil
test should be made to determine what needs to be added
to the soil. Soil testing can be done by the County Extension
Service or a commercial soil testing lab.
Practical Turf
Turf should be used where it serves a definite function
such as play areas and other high traffic areas or slopes
where erosion can be a problem. The physical layout of the
turf areas should be designed to avoid long narrow strips of
grass -
Efficient Irrigation
Irrigating strips of grass has been shown to be very
.efficient in water use. Mulches and drought tolerant
ground covers can replace turf in other areas where it is
A required. The irrigation should be designed to meet the
aleeds of the turf and other plants used. The design should
take into consideration the hydro -zones of the landscape.
When accent plants with high water requirements are used
they should be grouped together to insure efficient
irrigation.
Lawn sprinklers should be laid out so they cover only the
lawn, not sidewalks, streets and buildings. Shrubs, trees,
and covers and low mass plantings should be watered
h bubblers or low volume emitters placed in separate
zones from the lawn sprinklers. Consider control devices
such as time clocks, rain switches and moisture sensors to
limit the amount of water and time of application. The best
management comes from informed personal involvement.
Further information on these topics can be obtained iron
the County Extension Service Office. It is listed under
agriculture in the county government section of the
telephone book. The University of Florida has published
many excellent pamphlets on lawn and garden care. The
following pamphlets should prove helpful in planning your
landscape.
M
MODERATE
VERY LOW WATER ZONE WATER ZONE
Shady north exposure provides a Lawn area is functional and is easily
Protected environment that requires watered and maintained because it is
less water. Retain existing vegetation. separate from other plants.
LOW WATER ZONE
Patio space needs no water and adds
value to any home. Create a
mulched/planted island around the
house/living area. Mulch insulates soil
from temperature extremes.