Our Tool Shed is a resource library designed for professionals working within all aspects of park maintenance. We continually research best maintenance practices from all industries to gather videos, articles, templates, and websites and store them in one place for our members. We spend the time to sift through the noise and provide you with valuable information when you need it, so you can focus on developing solutions. If there is something you need but cannot find, reach out and share your specific needs.
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.
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.
Working with the Media: A Guide for Volunteer Organizations and Commissions
Penn State Extension, 2017
This publication provides information about public relations, rules for working with the media, and communications tools, as well as sample letters to the editor, op-ed pieces and news releases.
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.
Annual Budgets for Community Tree Programs
Penn State Extension, 2016
This article explains the essentials of budgeting for the costs of a community tree program each year. It includes a community tree budget worksheet.
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.
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.
Community Tree Plans: A Guide for Tree Commissions and Advisory Councils
Penn State Extension, 2007
"This article explains planning hierarchies and putting tree planning into practice, including effective administration
Spring is Tree Planting Season
Penn State Extension, 2021
Proper planting and aftercare techniques will ensure the success of new trees.
Selecting Community Trees in a Changing Climate
Penn State Extension, 2020
Choosing resilient and adaptable trees for your community can ensure a healthier and fuller tree canopy for the long term.
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.
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 for Town-wide Parks and Property Maintenance Services
Town of Southwest Ranches, 2020
The Department is soliciting proposals from qualified and experienced firms for the Town Wide Parks and Property Maintenance Services including the furnishing of all labor, materials, tools, equipment, machinery and services for proper maintenance which for the purposes of this RFP, shall include, but is not limited to litter, trash, debris removal and proper disposal, mowing, edging, hedge trimming, selective trimming, tree maintenance, and various other maintenance tasks.
SAMPLE - Parks Quality Standards Manual
Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation, 2019
It is the intent of this manual to clearly identify expectations relative to desired maintenance and to provide employees with the basic information and direction needed to effectively perform their work.
SAMPLE - RFP for Parks, Facilities, and Playgrounds Master Plan
City of Goleta, 2017
The City seeks to retain the services of a consultant firm, or firms working in partnership, to carry out a comprehensive Parks, Facilities and Playgrounds Master Plan. This effort will require close coordination with the City and other community special interest groups. The main objectives of the process are to create a planning document for parks that will address capital improvements and ADA accessibility projects, priorities, funding strategies, maintenance standards and costs.
