Tool Shed: Resource Management

Resource Management

Resource management is the efficient and effective development of an organization's resources when they are needed. Such resources may include the financial resources, inventory, human skills, production resources, or information technology (IT) and natural resources. This area contains resources applicable to the essential components of a comprehensive project management plan to execute and monitor a project successfully.

Conducting a Community Tree Inventory

Penn State Extension, 2015

Street and park tree inventories provide information for the planning, design, planting, maintenance, and removal of community trees.

Mulching Landscape Trees

Penn State Extension, 2018

Mulches are materials placed over the soil surface to enhance landscape beauty, improve soil conditions, protect plants from foot traffic and lawn equipment, and suppress weeds.

Annual Work Plans for Tree Commissions

Penn State Extension, 2016

Annual Work Plans for Tree CommissionsDevelop an annual work plan for a municipal tree commission to ensure public trees receive the regular care they need to remain attractive, healthy, and safe.

Hedgerows for Wildlife and Naturalized Adventure

Penn State Extension, 2021

A diverse array of plants in hedgerows provide important habitat for a variety of birds and small mammals.

Forest Landowners Guide to Tree Planting Success

Penn State Extension, 2014

This article focuses on the values and methods of establishing wooded areas on rural property.

Herbicides and Forest Vegetation Management

Penn State Extension, 2014

"This article examines the use of forestry labeled herbicides to manage woodland vegetation, including choosing the right herbicide

Maintaining Forest Property Lines

Penn State Extension, 2020

Property line maintenance is one of the most important aspects of land ownership. Well-marked boundaries can help ensure your assets are protected. This article and associated video will teach you how to maintain and mark your property lines.

Planting Bare-root Tree Seedlings in Spring

Penn State Extension, 2020

Bare-root seedlings are commonly used for large tree planting projects. They should be planted in early spring when seedlings are dormant. This article, and included video, will explain how to properly care for and plant bare-root tree seedlings.

Transplanting or Moving Trees and Shrubs in the Landscape

Penn State Extension, 2007

When you realize that a large shrub or tree was planted in the wrong spot in your landscape what do you do?

SAMPLE - RFP for Town-wide Facilities Management Services

Town of Southwest Ranches, 2020

The Department is soliciting proposals from qualified and experienced firms for all material, labor, tools, equipment, machinery and supplies necessary for town-wide facilities maintenance services.

SAMPLE - RFP Public Works Maintenance Management Service

City of Wildomar, 2009

The City desires to secure a contractor/consultant to perform comprehensive maintenance and maintenance management of Public Works facilities within the jurisdiction and responsibilities of the City.

SAMPLE - RFP Sanitary and Stormwater SystemsAsset Management Plan

City of Ann Arbor, 2016

The City is seeking a qualified engineering firm to develop an asset management plan for both its Stormwater Conveyance and Sanitary SewerCollection Systems.

SAMPLE - RFP Computer Maintenance Management System/Enterprise Asset Management

City of Berkeley, 2018

The City is soliciting proposals from qualified companies to provide a comprehensive, fully integrated, public sector Computer Maintenance Management System and Enterprise Asset Management system that meets the requirements identified in this RFP.

SAMPLE - RFP Planning / Design / Management Plan

City of Holland, 2020

The City is requesting proposals for Phase I- Assisting in the creation of a Vision Statement and Management Plan for Historic Park in Downtown.Phase II- Upon completion of the draft Plan, the consultant will then be asked to consider a specific proposal for the relocation of a portion or all of the Historic City Greenhouses to a location within the study area.

SAMPLE - RFP Asset Management Plan Update

City of St. Joseph, 2021

The City invites interested Consultants to submit information regarding their experience, qualifications, and fees for providing professional services for an Asset Management Plan Update.