Continental Landscapes has taken over responsibility for cutting grass in your area as of 1 January and are preparing for the mowing season that normally commences in early March.
Continental Landscapes will provide a grounds maintenance service to Leeds City Council housing areas within East North East Homes Leeds, Aire Valley Homes Leeds, West North West Homes Leeds, Belle Isle Tenant Management Organisation (BITMO) and Highways.
The Winter of 2011-2012 has so far been one of the mildest on record with grass continuing to grow throughout the Winter period. Unless there is a sharp cold spell in January and February the grass will be very long in March making the first cut difficult and unsightly, with large volumes of grass growth being inevitable.
Planning the first cut
Continental Landscapes are planning to start cutting grass earlier this year in an attempt to get ahead of a flush of growth from the Winter. There may be difficulties with such an early cut and this communication bulletin will help explain what residents can expect.
What Continental Landscapes will do
- Ensure trained staff assess ground conditions prior to putting machines on site to avoiddamage.
- Cut as many areas as possible utilising all but the largest of our machinery.
- Ensure trained staff have map details of bulb areas to avoid any damage.
What Continental Landscapes will not do
- Cut grass on steep banks which could be dangerous to staff due to wet and slippery conditions.
- Cut grass with poor natural drainage to prevent extensive damage.
Future Maintenance
Those sites omitted from the first cut due to poor ground conditions will be maintained to a standard that is consistent with the contract specification through delivery of the second and third cuts.
Contact Details
Should you have any queries regarding the details contained in this information sheet, please contact the following;
For residents of Leeds and tenants of Aire Valley Homes; East North East Homes and West North West Homes please contact the Leeds City Council Contact Centre
Tel: 0113 222 44 06 For residents and tenants of BITMO please contact Tel: 0800 389 5503