Site work for a playground / park / athletic field in Federalsburg, Maryland. Completed plans call for site work for a playground / park / athletic field.

This project has several purposes, all of which are directed to better water quality and species habitats at the Federalsburg Marina Park, located in downtown Federalsburg. Upon completion this project, we will reduce the nutrients and sediment entering the Marshyhope River, by installing bio-retention and wetland areas in the park, and adding tree canopy. The Town of Federalsburg sees this project as a first phase of an effort to improve water quality, reduce the grass-covered area and the need for constant mowing, and educate the community and guests about the benefits of water quality and native plants to support birds, butterflies and pollinators. Background At present the channel bank is eroding, adding sediment into the marina and creek. There are no natural or built features which can remove solid and floatable trash, such as cans and bottles, from flowing down the channel into the creek, and much of the park's open space is grass which requires suburban lawn type maintenance and cutting, does not assist with nutrient filtration and does not enhance species habitat when compared to alternate plantings. The latest Nanticoke River Report Card grades the Marshyhope Creek as a B-. This is the highest grade for any of the Maryland side creeks and higher than the River's overall grade of a C+. Objectives, Responsibilities, and Deliverables Objectives are as follows: increase the park's tree canopy and reduce runoff into the Marshyhope Creek by increasing bio-swale and pervious surfaces; reduce solid and floatable waste objects entering the marina and creek through the tidal channel; increase the wetlands area; and develop a rain garden for water quality and education purposes. The Town of Federalsburg, as owner of the park property, has the responsibility to complete this project and meet these objectives. Contractors associated with this project only have responsibilities as defined in any agreement for services or materials as defined in any contracts approved by the mayor and town council of Federalsburg according to all procurement requirements. Specific deliverables are listed in section 6 below. The Town of Federalsburg will be claiming any reduction credits from this project. Performance & Compliance Monitoring Strategy This project will not have any such monitoring activities before, during, or after implementation. Maintenance & Inspection Plan No private property is included in this scope of work, so no landowner agreement is required. The Town of Federalsburg staff and\or contractors take all monitoring and maintenance responsibilities. The town public works staff maintains equipment to regularly clean out the bay saver solid and floatable waste filter device. Upon visual inspection the bay saver pit will be emptied according to the judgement of public works supervisor. Town public works staff has the equipment to trim and maintain trees and other vegetation. The town will install signs messaging to the effect "Natural Area. Do Not Mow." The Town reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any informality or irregularity in bids received, and to accept or reject any items of any bid deemed to be in the best interest of the Town.