City Council Agenda and Packet 2023 04 11

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Exhibit B — Grazing Protocols The City of Louisville Open Space Division requires that contractors hired to perform cattle grazing on Open Space will conduct their jobs in a safe and professional manner. To help ensure this, the City of Louisville Open Space Division has set the following protocols to be followed by contractors: 1. Cattle grazing locations will be mutually agreed upon by the City and the Contractor during the contract term. 2. Cattle grazing on Davidson Mesa Open Space shall take place during the spring and fall. Grazing is permitted on Monday through Friday and on the weekends. 3. Contractor is required to obtain a Public Works Right -of Way permit prior to access to Open Space 4. The Contractor must meet with a Louisville Open Space Division representative before grazing occurs to be shown grazing site locations. 5. The Contractor is responsible for the safety and containment of the cows while on Open Space. 6. The Contractor will not allow grazing within trail corridors. Any fecal matter on trails must be removed by Contractor. 7. Contractor must use portable fencing to contain cows in designated areas and place warning signage along the fence to alert the public of potential electric shock. 8. Precautions must be taken to reduce the spread of weed seeds while grazing on Louisville Open Space. 9. Contractor is responsible for providing water for cows. 10. Public concerns will be directed to the Louisville Open Space Division. 11. The Contractor must limit speed to 10 mph, stop for pedestrians on the trail and be aware of potential blind corners, and use hazards while on Open Space properties. 12. Any damages caused by the contractor shall be repaired, replaced, or reconstructed with like materials to the satisfaction of the City at the Contractor's expense. In signing this document, the contractor agrees to follow the previously listed services and protocols. Contracted Company Contracted Applicator Date 13