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INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT
Between
MARICOPA COUNTY
And
NATIONAL PARK SERVICE
For
RESTORATION AND/OR INVASIVE SPECIES PROJECTS
C# _____________________
This Intergovernmental Agreement (“Agreement”) is made and entered into between Maricopa
County, a political subdivision of the State of Arizona (“County”), and the Lake Mead Inter-Regional
Invasive Plant Management Team of the National Park Service, a bureau of the U.S. Department of
the Interior (“NPS”); the County and the NPS are collectively referred to herein as the Parties or
individually as Party.
WHEREAS, the County is authorized to enter into this Agreement pursuant to A.R.S. §§§ 11-201,
11-251 and 11-933; and
WHEREAS, the NPS is authorized to enter into this Agreement by P.L.11-229 the Consolidated
Natural Resources Act of 2008, Title III, Section 301, Cooperative Agreements for National Park
Natural Resources Protection.
WHEREAS, the County, through its Parks and Recreation Department (“MCPRD”), provides
conservation of natural and cultural resources, responsible stewardship, quality parks, trails, outdoor
education programs, services, and recreational opportunities to the public within the County’s
Regional Park System and the Maricopa Trail (collectively, “Parks”), a map of which is attached
hereto as Exhibit A and made a part hereof; and
WHEREAS, the NPS preserves the natural and cultural resources and values of the NPS system for
the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generations; and
WHEREAS, the Parties desire to enter into this Agreement for restoration and invasive species
projects (“Projects”), a representation of which is attached hereto as Exhibit B and made a part
hereof; and
WHEREAS, the Projects will benefit the Parks natural resources, improve biodiversity and
support vegetation management and restoration activities as identified by the example
Statement of Work (“SOW”), attached hereto as Exhibit C and made a part hereof; and
WHEREAS, the County desires to prepare and present a SOW to the NPS from time to time
and subject to the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth; and
WHEREAS, the NPS desires to perform the actions of approved SOW(s) as presented from
time to time by the County and County will pay for NPS’s performance of such approved SOW(s),
subject to the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the foregoing recitals, the promises and covenants set forth
below, and other good and valuable consideration, receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby
acknowledged, the Parties hereby agree as follows:
1. RECITALS. The Recitals herein, by this reference, are hereby incorporated into this Agreement.
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2. PURPOSE. County desires to enter into an over-arching, standing Agreement with NPS to
coordinate and implement (through MCPRD) Projects identified in a SOW that will benefit the
Parks’ natural resources, improve biodiversity and support vegetation management and
restoration activities.
3. PROCESS.
a. The conceptual SOW(s) shall be prepared by MCPRD and approved by the MCPRD Director
or his delegee for each defined Project before presentation to NPS.
b. The conceptual SOW(s) shall be presented to NPS for review. NPS may revise the conceptual
SOW(s) and shall prepare a final SOW(s) that describes the use of NPS’s resources,
necessary professional staff, efforts necessary to perform the services, and all deliverables.
c. Within thirty (30) days of receipt of the conceptual SOW, NPS shall submit to MCPRD the
final SOW(s), including the cost quote for the Project to be outlined in the SOW(s), via email
(see Section 7 below) to MCPRD for review and approval.
d. MCPRD shall review the final SOW including the cost quote. Within thirty (30) days of receipt,
MCPRD Director or his delegee shall approve or reject the SOW. MCPRD shall issue a notice
to proceed with the approved SOW, or rejection of the SOW.
e. NPS shall not commence with the identified Project until MCPRD has approved the SOW and
a notice to proceed has been issued.
f. The County’s expenditure, per identified Project in each SOW, shall not exceed one hundred
thousand dollars ($100,000), inclusive of all expenses incurred with the Project, as approved
by the MCPRD Director or his delegee.
g. NPS shall invoice the County for reimbursement of services performed per approved SOW(s)
(see Section 4 below).
h. MCPRD shall be responsible for maintaining accurate financial ledgers and will adhere to all
policies and procedures affiliated with the receipt and expenditure of said expenditures in
accordance with the provisions of the Maricopa County Procurement Code.
4. PAYMENT SCHEDULE.
a. As consideration for the performance of the services described herein, the County shall pay
NPS for its performance in accordance with approved SOW(s).
b. The NPS shall submit to the County via email (see Section 7 below) a legible copy of their
detailed invoice for work completed pursuant to the SOW indicating percentages of
completion, accompanied by supporting evidence, such as material invoices and lien waivers.
c. Payment shall be made to the NPS through the Maricopa County Vendor Express Payment
Program. This is an Electronic Funds Transfer process. NPS is required to complete the
Vendor Registration Form located on the Maricopa County Department of Finance Vendor
Registration Web Site (www.maricopa.gov/finance/vendors).
d. Funds are currently appropriated and budgeted for the Project(s). If funds are not
appropriated and budgeted in any fiscal year (see Section 14 below) for the NPS payments
due under this Agreement, the County shall immediately notify NPS of such occurrence, and
the County shall immediately assume the responsibility for the NPS’s SOW(s).
5. TERM.
a. The effective date of the Agreement will be the date last executed by Parties (the "Effective
Date").
b. The term of the Agreement shall be three (3) years.
c. This Agreement shall automatically renew for two additional one (1) year periods at the end
of the term unless either Party gives written notice to the contrary at least sixty (60) days prior
to the end of the term.
6. SUSPENSION AND TERMINATION.
a. County may suspend performance by NPS under this Agreement up to ninety (90)
calendar days as County, at its sole discretion, may prescribe by providing written notice to
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NPS. NPS shall not perform further work under this Agreement as of the effective date
of suspension. NPS may not resume performance unless and until the County issues
written notice to resume performance.
b. Either Party may terminate this Agreement without cause upon furnishing the other Party with
at least sixty (60) calendar days prior written notice.
c. The Agreement may be terminated for cause by either Party in the event of substantial failure
of the other Party to fulfill its obligations under this Agreement through no fault of the
terminating Party; but only after the other Party is given not less than sixty (60) calendar days
prior written notice of intent to terminate and an opportunity for consultation with the
terminating Party and to remedy the cause for termination prior to termination. (See Section
11 Default). Neither Party shall be considered in default in the performance of its obligations
hereunder, to the extent that performance of such obligations is prevented or delayed by any
cause, existing or future, which is beyond the reasonable control of such Party. Delays arising
from the actions or inactions of one or more of the NPS’s principals, officers, employees,
agents, subcontractors, vendors or suppliers are expressly recognized to be within NPS’s
control.
d. Upon expiration or early termination hereunder, any equipment or other personal property
used in this Agreement's performance shall be returned to the Party holding title thereto. In
the event of termination of this Agreement, NPS is eligible for compensation earned based
on the percentage of work completed, less all previous payments. County will pay NPS for
work performed up to and including the date on which NPS discontinued or should have
discontinued all services as determined by the receipt of notice of the date of termination. No
payment shall be allowed for anticipated profit on performed or unperformed services or other
work. The final invoice for all work completed as of the date of termination shall be received
by County within sixty (60) calendar days after date of termination.
e. Upon termination, County may take over the work and prosecute the same to completion by
contract with another party or otherwise.
f. The Parties acknowledge that this Agreement is subject to cancellation pursuant to the
provisions of A.R.S. § 38-511.
7. NOTICES AND CONTACTS. Any notices required or permitted under this Agreement shall be in
writing and shall be deemed to have been duly given if (i) delivered in person to the Party at the
address set forth below, (ii) deposited in the U.S. Mail, certified, to the address set forth below,
(iii) given to a recognized and reputable overnight delivery service, and addressed to the address
set forth below or (iv) delivered electronically by email with a request for a delivery receipt for the
message.
For County:
Maricopa County Parks & Recreation Department
Director
48135 N Castle Hot Springs Road – Unit Operations Center
Morristown, AZ 85342
Phone: 602-506-9500
Email: rjcardin@mail.maricopa.gov
For NPS:
Curt Deuser (Technical Rep) and Scott Briggs (Financial Rep)
National Park Service
Lake Mead National Recreation Area
601 Nevada Highway
Boulder City NV, 89005
Phone: Curt: 702- 281-8120, Scott :702-449-5227
Email: Curt_deuser@nps.gov Scott_Briggs@nps.gov
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8. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY.
a. Title to all inventions resulting from any research performed as part of this Agreement shall
reside with NPS. NPS agrees that the County has a nonexclusive, nontransferable,
irrevocable, license to practice or have practiced for or on behalf of County the subject
inventions throughout the world without notice to NPS.
b. Title to all NPS copyrightable deliverables resulting from the performance of this Agreement
shall reside with NPS. NPS grants to County a royalty-free, perpetual license to copy, use,
disclose, and sublicense such deliverables for any lawful purpose without notice to NPS.
9. INDEMNIFICATION. NPS does hereby agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless County
and the employees, officers, and agents of County from any liabilities, damages, losses, claims,
actions or proceedings, including, without limitation, reasonable attorneys' fees, that are caused
by the negligence, errors, omissions, recklessness or intentional misconduct of NPS or the
employees or agents of NPS in the performance of this Contract. The U.S. Government disposes
of its liabilities under the provisions of the Federal Tort Claims Act (28 U.S.C 2671). The NPS
shall be liable, to the extent allowed by the Federal Tort Claims Act, for claims for personal injuries
or property damage resulting from the negligent or wrongful act or omission of any employee of
the United States while acting with the scope of his employment, arising out of this Agreement.
10. INSURANCE. The Parties acknowledge that Maricopa County is self-insured as provided in
A.R.S. § 11-981 and that this self-insurance fully complies with the requirements under this
section. The U.S. Government disposes of its liabilities under the provisions of the Federal Tort
Claims Act (28 U.S.C 2671). The NPS shall be liable, to the extent allowed by the Federal Tort
Claims Act, for claims for personal injuries or property damage resulting from the negligent or
wrongful act or omission of any employee of the United States while acting with the scope of his
employment, arising out of this Agreement.
11. DEFAULT. Each of the following shall constitute a breach of this Agreement and an event of
Default ("Default") hereunder. A Party's failure to observe or perform any of the material
covenants, conditions, or provisions of this Agreement to be observed or performed by that Party
("Defaulting Party"), where such failure shall continue for sixty (60) days after the Defaulting
Party receives written notice of such failure from the non-defaulting Party provided, however, that
such failure shall not be a Default if the Defaulting Party has commenced curing the Default within
such sixty (60) day period and thereafter is diligently pursuing such cure to completion. Still, the
total aggregate cure period shall not exceed ninety (90) days unless the Parties agree in writing
that additional time is reasonably necessary under such circumstances to cure such Default. In
the event a Defaulting Party fails to perform any of its material obligations under this Agreement
and is in Default pursuant to this section, the non-defaulting Party, at its option, may terminate
this Agreement. Further, upon the occurrence of any Default and at any time thereafter, the non-
defaulting Party may, but shall not be required to, exercise any remedies now or hereafter
available to it at law or in equity.
12. LAWS, RULES, AND REGULATIONS. Both Parties shall, and shall cause its agents to, comply
at all times with all applicable federal, state, county, local, and city statutes, laws, ordinances,
rules, regulations, and instructions, including, without limitation, environmental health safety and
regulations respecting the premises used, in effect now or as may be amended or added. This
compliance shall be at each Party's sole cost and expense. MCPRD Park Rules are attached
hereto as Exhibit C and made a part hereof.
13. SECURITY INTEREST, RIGHTS, OR BENEFITS. Each Party hereby acknowledges and agrees
that this Agreement does not give the other Party any right, title, or interest in the property owned
by the other Party, and all right, title, and interest in the property lies and remains with the
respective Party that owns the property. This Agreement is not intended to, and does not, create
any right or benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by any Party against
the County, its departments, agencies, or entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other
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person.
14. NON-APPROPRIATION. The County is a governmental agency which relies upon the
appropriation of funds by its governing body to satisfy its obligations. If the County reasonably
determines it does not have funds to meet its obligations under this Agreement, the County will
have the right to terminate the Agreement without penalty or liability on the last day of the fiscal
period for which funds were legally available. County fiscal year ends June 30, Federal fiscal
year ends September 30. In the event of such termination, the County agrees to use its best
efforts to provide written notice of its intent to terminate thirty (30) calendar days after the stated
termination date.
15. NO PARTNERSHIP OR JOINT VENTURE. Nothing contained in this Agreement shall create any
partnership, joint venture or other arrangement between the County and NPS. Except as
expressly provided herein, no term or provision of this Agreement is intended or shall be for the
benefit of any person or entity not a party hereto, and no such other person or entity shall have
any right or cause of action hereunder. This Agreement does not imply authority to perform any
tasks or accept any responsibility, not expressly stated in this Agreement.
16. ASSIGNMENT AND DELEGATION. NPS may not assign any rights hereunder without the
express, written, prior consent of the County. The MCPRD Director or his designee shall
administer this Agreement.
17. CONSENTS AND APPROVALS. The Parties agree to act in good faith and with fair dealing with
one another in the execution, performance and implementation of the terms and provisions of this
Agreement. Whenever the consent, approval or other action of a Party is required under any
provision of this Agreement, such consent, approval or other action shall not be unreasonably
withheld, delayed or conditioned by a Party unless the provision in question expressly authorizes
such Party to withhold or deny consent or approval or decline to take action in accordance with a
different standard, in which case the consent or approval or the decision to not take action may
be withheld, delayed or conditioned in accordance with the different standard.
18. GOVERNING LAW. This Agreement shall be construed under the laws of the State of Arizona,
and any action thereon shall be brought in the appropriate court located in Maricopa County,
Arizona.
19. E-VERIFY. To the extent applicable under A.R.S. § 41-4401, each Party and its contractors and
subcontractors warrant their compliance with all federal immigration laws and regulations that
relate to their employees and their compliance with the E-verify requirements under A.R.S. § 23-
214(A). A breach of the above-mentioned warranty by any Party or its contractors or
subcontractors shall be deemed a material breach of the Agreement and may result in the
termination of the Agreement by the non-breaching Party. Each Party retains the legal right to
randomly inspect the papers and records of the other Party's or its contractors' or subcontractors'
employees who work on the Project to ensure that the other Party and its contractors and
subcontractors are complying with the above-mentioned warranty.
20. BOYCOTT OF ISRAEL. To the extent applicable under A.R.S. § 35-393.01, NPS certifies it is not
currently engaged in, and for the duration of this Agreement agrees not to engage in, a boycott
of Israel as defined in A.R.S. § 35-393.
21. INVALIDITY OF PART OF THIS AGREEMENT. The Parties agree that should any part of this
Agreement be held to be invalid or void by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remainder of the
Agreement shall remain in full force and effect and shall be binding upon the Parties.
22. COUNTERPARTS. This Agreement may be executed in two or more counterparts, each of which
shall be deemed an original but all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument.
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Faxed and copied signatures are acceptable as original signatures.
23. ENTIRE AGREEMENT. This Agreement contains the entire understanding of the Parties hereto.
There are no representations or provisions other than those contained herein. This Agreement
shall not be amended or modified, in any manner, except by an instrument in writing, signed by
both of the Parties hereto.
24. AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVES. Each Party covenants and warrants to the other Party that:
(a) it is duly authorized to execute this Agreement, and (b) the execution of this Agreement has
been duly authorized by the applicable Party. No later than the date of execution of the
Agreement, any individual execution this Agreement on behalf of NPS shall provide
documentation that he/she is duly authorized to execute and deliver this Agreement on behalf of
said corporation, person, firm, partnership, or other entity and that this Agreement is binding on
said entity in accordance with its terms.
25. WAIVER. Waiver of any breach of any term, condition, or covenant herein contained shall not be
deemed to be a waiver of any subsequent breach of any term, covenant, or condition herein.
IN WITNESS HEREOF, the Parties have executed this Agreement on the date indicated.
MARICOPA COUNTY
_______________________________
Chairman
Date
Board of Supervisors
ATTEST
Clerk of the Board
Date
Approved as to Form:
_______________________________
Deputy County Attorney
Date
RECOMMENDED BY:
Maricopa County PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
_______________________________
RJ Cardin, Director
Date
NATIONAL PARK SERVICE
Scott Briggs, Date
Supervisory Financial Administrative and Program
Analyst
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EXHIBIT A
MARICOPA COUNTY REGIONAL PARK SYSTEM
AND MARICOPA TRAILS ("PARKS") MAP
National Park Service
8
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EXHIBIT B REPRESENTATIVE PROJECTS
The following is a representative list, by title/topic of type projects of which County may seek
the services of NPS to conduct. This list is not all inclusive.
Project:
1. Invasive Species.
•
Invasive species management using physical, mechanical, and chemical
treatments.
2. Restoration Work.
•
Restoration Work to include, but not limited to, improving natural or disturbed
habitats to original state, improving biodiversity by adding native plant and
seeds, seed harvesting, soil, hydrology, trail maintenance, fire fuel
reducation and other approved restoration work as listed in scope of work.
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EXHIBIT C- REPRESENTATIVE STATEMENT OF WORK
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department
Restoration and Invasive Species Projects
STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)
This SOW is made pursuant to the Joint Program and Marketing Agreement dated ________________ between
Maricopa County (hereinafter referred to as County) by and through its Parks and Recreation Department (hereinafter
referred to as MCPRD) and the National Park Service (hereinafter referred to as NPS) (the “Agreement”).
This SOW includes a multitude of activities to coordinate and implement (through MCPRD) Projects that benefit the
Parks’ natural resources, improve biodiversity and support vegetation management and restoration activities.
All terms not defined in this SOW have the meaning ascribed to them in the Agreement.
Contact Information
Points of Contact. The parties designate the following persons as their respective points of contact in connection with
the activities described in this SOW:
Point of Contact
MCPRD Point of Contact
Name: Curt Deuser
Name:
Phone: 702-281-8120
Phone:
Email:curt_deuser@nps.gov
Email:
Activities (may be multiple)
PROJECT TITLE:
Technical Specifications Spur Cross Ranch and Conservation Area Restoration Project
PROJECT OVERVIEW:
Reduce invasive species and weedy species within the park, reduce fire fuel load along the trail and
riparian edges.
PROJECT LOCATION:
Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area in Cave Creek, Arizona
PROJECT GOALS AND OBJECTIVES:
The goal of this Project is to provide vegetation management and restoration activities in Maricopa
County Park: Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area.
To accomplish this goal, the National Park Service (NPS) shall:
o Treat and survey for nonnative plants and conduct fuel reductions activities in the Spur Cross
Conservation Area and other locations within the Maricopa County Parks, as directed by
COUNTY as funding allows. Anticipated target weeds shall include but are not limited to,
Buffelgrass, fountain grass, giant reed, malt star thistle, red brome, Russian thistle, Sahara
mustard, Tamarisk, Stinknet, Mediterranean grass, other invasive/weedy grasses. Management
shall include an integrated weed management approach incorporating physical, chemical, and
cultural practices that may include but not be limited to herbicide treatments, pulling, cutting,
and restoration, as approved by the COUNTY.
o Supply Invasive Plant Management Team staff:
Provide project tools and supplies, including safety equipment, tools, herbicide and
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herbicide application equipment.
Provide GPS units for field crews.
Using MCPRD’s GIS Phone Apps (Invasive Species Field Map app), shall record
treatments, methods, and details of the nonnative vegetation treatment areas use a point
or polygon.
Provide recommendations to County for further vegetation management of nonnative
plants.
o Provide technical assistance related to habitat restoration, vegetation management, and
revegetation, including project implementation if necessary.
o Upon ordering the NPS could provide native plants to COUNTY for restoration, future tree
plantings, and replacement of exotic plants within the Park.
BACKGROUND:
Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area (SCRCA) encompasses 2154 acres within the Sonoran Desert,
incorporating Cave Creek riparian area with natural springs, retaining precious water for the desert
wildlife year-round. This park has majestic mountains and rock outcroppings with spectacular views
rising almost 4000 ft. into the mesas. Over 13 miles of trails in the conservation area, allowing visitors
to hike and appreciate the park's natural features.
A unique feature of this site is the ephemeral spring-fed stream in Cave Creek, which flows through
Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area. The creek banks are covered with native plants and trees,
including mesquite, cottonwoods, and willows. Abundant water and plant life make this a home to
hundreds wildlife species, including bobcats, javelina, mule deer, and coyotes. Over 90 species of
birds have been observed in this habitat, and the park is an Audubon Important Bird Area. Beyond the
banks of the stream lies one of the region's densest stands of saguaro cactus. The park also contains
90 archeological sites used by the Hohokam Indians, with many 700-1200 A.D. petroglyphs.
Many invasive species are just beginning to get a foothold at the park, posing a severe threat to the
park's future integrity and ecological function. In the past year, two (2) large wildfires within proximity
to the park were exacerbated by invasive species. Removing invasive species strategically along the
trail edges and riparian areas will help reduce fine fuels and decrease the wildfire potential across the
landscape. Presently invasive species create an unnatural continuous carpet of fuels in contrast to the
natural, more open, widely spaced distribution of desert plants.
STATEMENT OF WORK:
Perform treatment to invasive plants and weed species along the park's trail edges and riparian areas.
Using an integrated weed management approach, which includes mechanical, physical, and chemical
methods. The contractor will treat targeted invasive species that occur within areas identified on the
map (Attachment 1-Map), totaling approximately 95 acres to help restore the site. This work may
begin in late Dec 2021 and may occur periodically throughout the year 2022. The total treatment area
will be based on cost and budget. Within this Project's scope, targeted invasive species will be treated
within the methods as provided in the MCPRD’s integrated pest management plan, in multiple search
sessions throughout the growing season to ensure plant necrosis. The invasive species target areas are
currently set at 95 acres but could change based on cost/acre and budget.
The areas selected are among the most established populations of invasive species and pose the greatest
threat of wildfire spread; they are primarily found adjacent to trails and riparian habitats. The invasive
species removal areas shall include hot spots areas: areas that have large patches of invasive species
greater than ≥1000 plants and areas that have less than 999 plants/map units. Treatments of invasive
species using methods described within the General Description and Appendix 1 of this document
within the target areas (Map 1) this may include 28 acres (100 ft. buffer) from the trailing edge (each
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direction), 55 acres (30 ft buffer) trail edge, and 12.4 acres (30 ft buffer) target areas along the riparian
edge, and all salt cedars within the creek bed (Map 1). The invasive species targeted for management
include species identified in Appendix 1 that are growing within the treatment Target Areas1; the most
common invasive species are Mediterranean grass, Tamarisk, Stinknet, Sahara Mustard, London
Rocket, Red Brome, and Buffelgrass, most of these species are also found on the Arizona Noxious
weed list.
The parks will be following MCPRD’s integrated pest management guidelines and using best
management practices for invasive species removal as stated within this document originating from
the USDA Forest Service- Southwest Region invasive species field guides for managing weeds in the
southwest.
Invasive plant treatments will be mapped and recorded using GPS devices. This data can be used for
follow up monitoring purposes and treatment effectiveness.
STAGING AREA AND ACCESS
o Access and staging area are in the main parking lot, a smaller staging area can be used near the
ranger’s station and port-a-johns.
o Access to transport bags of weeds and herbicide using an ATV or ranger will be allowed on
areas the Parks Representative approves (Map 2).
o MCPRD will provide access to tent camping, which includes nearby bathrooms/showers and
water for mixing herbicide at Cave Creek Regional Park (maybe unofficial camping area).
DESCRIPTION OF DELIVERABLES
County will issue a notice to proceed in writing and NPS shall begin work as agreed upon per the
approved SOW.
Work Plan. This plan shall identify the treatment schedule for the upcoming year.
Weed Survey and Control. NPS shall conduct weed survey and perform effective treatment
methods to invasive species. Activities will include travel to the site, survey, GPS (GIS field Map
App) mapping, treating, photographing,and equipment clean up as well as all fuel, herbicide, and
supplies as applicable. Tamarisk control may also occur when Cave Creek wash is dry, usually in
summer/fall but if the creek is dry can occur at any time during the year.
• Report and Project Data. NPS shall provide project data and a summary report that contains
the following information:
Summary of acres of weeds treated by species
Maps of weed treatments and surveyed areas by species (using MCPRD”s GIS field Map
App)
Project Photos (before and after)
Herbicide use data including type and quantity.
GIS FIELD MAP data or, OIS data files
Appendix 1. Dominant Invasive and Weed Species
o Buffelgrass (Pennisetum ciliaris)
o Fountain Grass (Pennisetum setaceum)
o Giant Reed (Arundo donax)
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o Malta Star thistle (Centaurea melitensis)
o Red Brome (Bromus rubens)
o Sahara Mustard (Brassica tournefortii)
o Salt Cedar Tamarix spp.
o Stinknet (Globe Chamomile) Oncosiphon piluliferum
o Mediterranean grass
o All Invasive grasses; Cheatgrass, Brome Quack grass, and oats in and around the riparian
o Additional known species Russian thistle, London rocket, and other species found that are
listed
on
the
Arizona
Noxious
Weed
List:
https://agriculture.az.gov/pestspest-
control/agriculture-pests/noxious-weeds
The Project Schedule and Quote shall be completed by NPS and returned within thirty (30)
calendar days of receipt of conceptual SOW.
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PROJECT SCHEDULE
Cost Estimate
TOTAL Estimate Amount (summation of item totals which are the extension of the unit costs multiplied by the quantity)
Dollars ($ )
Date Due
Description
Responsibility
December 15, 2021
Quote Approval and Notice to Proceed
Director/NRS
Date
Annual Work Plan /dates
NPS
Date
Weed Treatments Trip 1
NPS
Date
Weed Treatments Trip 2
NPS
Date
Invoice
NPS
Date
NPS
Date
NPS
Date
Report and Annual Project Data
NPS
ITEM
NO.
DESCRIPTION
QTY
UNIT
UNIT COST
SUBTOTAL
1
Invasive species control along Trail Edge Hot
Spots (100 ft buffer areas)
28
Ac.
$
$
2
Invasive species control along Riparian Areas
12.4
Ac.
$
$
3
Invasive species control along Trail Edge (30
ft buffer areas)
55
Ac.
$
$
Total
Estimate
$
MCPRD:
MCPRD:
Concept submitted By:
Concept Approved by:
Name:
Date
Director
Date
NPS
MCPRD
Final Approved by:
Final Expenditure Approved by:
Name: Scott Briggs
Date
Director
Date
NOTICE TO PROCEED DATE:
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Map 1. Contractor Invasive Species Target Area’s Map.
Map 2. Vehicle Access Map. Small ATV/UTV may be permitted in the yellow marked areas, a full-
size ATV or small truck is permitted in the green areas, and no motorized vehicles are allowed in
the red marked areas of the trails.
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Exhibit D – Park Rules
MARICOPA COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION
PARK RULES
Adopted August 13, 2003 by the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors
Revised January 13, 2016 by the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors
R-101 DEFINITIONS
The following definitions shall determine meanings for certain facilities, objects, entities or activities.
1. “Abandoned Vehicle” means any vehicle, boat, trailer, or structure, which shows evidence of being left unattended for a period of 48
hours unless displaying an official permit indicating a stay in excess of 48 hours.
2. “Aircraft” means a structure or device for navigation of the air that is supported either by its own buoyancy or by the dynamic action of
the air against its surface.
3. “Camping” means erecting a tent or shelter or arranging bedding, or both, for the purpose of, or in such a way as will permit, overnight
use; or parking a trailer camper or other vehicle for the purpose of remaining overnight.
4. “Commission” means the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Commission.
5. “County” means Maricopa County.
6. “Department” means the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department.
7. “Loudspeaker or public address system” means a device to amplify or direct sound.
8. “Maricopa County Park(s)” means any land or areas under the control of the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors which has been
designated as a Park, Recreation Area or Conservation Area.
9. “Roads” means the entire width between the boundary lines of every way when any part thereof is open, kept or maintained for use by
the public for purposes of vehicular travel.
10. “Special Use Permit” means commercial or non-commercial permits issued by the Department for activities outside a park’s activity
design or which excludes the general public or for which there is monetary gain.
11. “Swimming” means to propel one’s self in water by natural means; consequently aquatic activities including the full or partial use of
inner tubes, air mattresses or personal support devices.
12. “Designated Trail” means an authorized recreational trail designed, constructed, and maintained according to standards within the
county manual; it is within Maricopa County Parks’ boundaries and has been included in the Maricopa County Park trail system inventory.
R-102 SPECIAL USE PERMITS, FEES AND APPROVALS
1. Special Use Permits shall be required for eligible non-profit, government or private, as well as commercial uses.
2. For eligible non-profit uses, a Special Use Permit is required of any person or group for any activity outside each park’s activity design,
or for the use of specific park areas that require the exclusion of general public usage.
3. A Special Use Permit shall also be obtained in advance by any person or group wishing to use a Maricopa County Park for eligible
commercial uses.
4. Park Impact Fees for Special Use Permits shall be negotiated by the Department based on the expenses related to the administration
of the activity, protection of the park and visitors, and in accordance with established fee schedules when applicable.
5. The Department may require commercial applicants to enter into an agreement with the County for a negotiated percentage of gross
receipts not to exceed twenty (20) percent.
6. The Department may require the permittee to post a deposit against damage and clean-up expense, provide a certificate of insurance
naming the department as additionally insured, and/or provide for adequate medical, sanitary and security services.
7. A performance and payment bond may be required from any permitee who is providing a service that was solicited to provide any
event or activity sponsored by the department.
8. The Department may impose conditions on the conduct of any activity, which are necessary to protect the area and maintain its
availability as a public park.
9. A Special Use Permit is not required for any person operating under the provisions of a valid special use or commercial management
concessions agreement with the department.
10. Special Use Permit applications, which are compatible with the management objectives of the individual park, may be refused for
health and safety reasons or to protect the park from significant damages. With respect to competing non-profit uses, the use of park
space shall be granted on a first-come, first-served basis. With respect to competing commercial uses, informal Proposals shall be
solicited and the Special Use Permit awarded to that concessionaire which offers to provide the County with the highest potential revenue
and/or best recreational value to park patrons, provided the concessionaire does not have a poor performance history on any prior
permits.
11. All persons entering a park under a Special Use Permit are subject to all entrance and/or use fees, and all rules and regulations
concerning park resource and facility use. The total amount of entrance fees owed by persons entering a park under a Special Use
Permit, may be calculated in advance and paid in accordance with terms negotiated as part of the Special Use Permit.
12. A decision by the Department concerning any Special Use Permit may be appealed to the Commission.
13. Applications for Special Use Permits may be obtained from an authorized representative of the Department.
R-103 VIOLATIONS AND PENALITIES
1. Any person who violates any of these rules shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor.
2. Any person who violates any of these rules may also be evicted for failure to comply.
THE FOLLOWING ACTS ARE PROHIBITED IN MARICOPA COUNTY PARKS:
R-104 ENTRY, USE, OCCUPANCY, FEES
1. Entering, using, or occupying of a Maricopa County Park or its facilities, designated trails or waterways under the supervision and
control of the Department for any purpose when said parks or areas are posted against such entrance, use, occupancy or where barriers
exist.
2. Entering upon or using for any purpose, the land, water or facilities within the boundaries of Maricopa County Parks when a fee, rental,
admission or other consideration has been established for such land, water or facilities, unless the person entering or using such land,
water or facility has paid said fee, rental, admission or other consideration.
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R-105 ANIMALS AND PETS
1. Riding, permitting or allowing livestock, saddle, pack, or draft animals except on designated trails or areas under special permit issued
by the Department or by special provisions of a use management agreement.
2. Possessing, allowing or permitting a dog and/or other pets in a Maricopa County Park, unless the same shall be under immediate
control on a leash not exceeding 6 feet in length, except the leash requirement shall not apply to dogs while being used in hunting, or in
field trials, or while being trained, when upon lands open to such uses and it does not interfere with other park activities.
3. Possessing, allowing or permitting a dog in a Maricopa County Park without a current dog license.
4. Allowing dogs or other pets, other than seeing-eye or hearing guide dogs, within the confines of public park buildings.
5. Allowing dogs and/or other animals to create a nuisance, noise or disturbance in any area.
6. Failure of owners of pets to properly remove and dispose of any waste.
7. Scattering and/or depositing the ashes of any animal.
R-106 DISCHARGE OF FIREARMS, HUNTING AND TRAPPING
1. Except as provided by state law, discharging a firearm, shooting with bow and arrow, or setting traps except in locations provided for
that purpose and as permitted by Arizona Game and Fish rules.
R-107 MOTOR VEHICLES AND BICYCLES
1. Operating any motorized vehicle except on roads and parking areas designated by the Department for such purpose.
2. Abandoning any vehicle in any area of a Maricopa County Park. Vehicles violating this section may be towed at the owner’s expense.
3. Parking a motor vehicle or trailer or other device towed by a motor vehicle in such a manner whereby roads, parking areas or other
traffic ways or traffic are blocked or otherwise impeded. Vehicles violating this section may be towed at the owner’s expense if such
violation constitutes blockage of any emergency lane or otherwise interferes with park operations.
4. Operating a bicycle in a careless or reckless manner, or in disregard of the safety of any person or property.
5. Utilizing bike ramps in non-designated areas.
6. Operating, without permission from the County, any motorized skateboard, motorized scooter, moped or like device.
R-108 WATERCRAFT AND SWIMMING
1. Bringing into, or operating any watercraft upon any body of water, except at such places and in such manner as designated for such
use or purpose by the Department.
2. Storing or leaving any watercraft without first obtaining a permit issued by the Department or its authorized concessionaire.
3. Swimming in areas posted against such use.
4. Cliff jumping.
R-109 VANDALISM
1. Destroying, damaging, or removing any tree, shrub, wildflower, cactus, or any other vegetation, or any other vegetative product or by-
products without first obtaining a written permit from the Department.
2. Destroying, damaging, defacing or removing any County property or property administered by the Department.
R-110 LITTERING
1. Depositing or abandoning garbage, sewage, refuse, trash, waste, or other obnoxious material, except in receptacles or containers
provided for such purposes.
2. Throwing or breaking any glass, plastic or ceramic object leaving shards or other fragments on park property.
R-111 PUBLIC BEHAVIOR
1. Conducting one’s self in a disorderly or intoxicated manner, or using threatening, abusive, or boisterous or insulting language, or
conducting or participating in a disorderly assembly, or to solicit for any purpose.
2. Engaging in noisy conduct, operating generators or motors, operating radios, or otherwise making loud or disturbing noises that may
disturb the peace of the area between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.
3. Public urination or public defecation.
4. Engaging in noisy conduct that disturbs the peace.
R-112 CAMPING
1. Camping without first obtaining a written permit issued by the Department
2. Failure to obey all written or posted camping regulations.
R-113 FIRES
1. Building fires except in designated places.
2. Building fires in any area posted against such use.
3. Building wood or charcoal fires at any time posted against such activity (during fire ban).
4. Use of gas or propane stove or grills when use is prohibited (during extreme fire ban).
5. Abandoning any fire without completely extinguishing it.
6. Allowing a fire to escape from control.
R-114 PUBLIC OR COMMERCIAL ACTIVITES
1. Conducting any activity or assembly outside the individual park’s activity design or requiring the use of park areas which exclude the
use by the general public without first obtaining a Special Use Permit from the Department.
2. Posting, placing, or distributing advertising material; erecting a fence or barrier (except under specific use management or lease
agreements), constructing or occupying improvements; or enclosing County administered lands without first obtaining a Special Use
Permit from the Department.
3. Using a loudspeaker, or public address system, or amplifier without first obtaining a Special Use Permit from the Department.
4. Using County administered lands for a commercial purpose without first obtaining a Special Use Permit or use management or lease
agreement from the Department.
R-115 GLASS BOTTLES
1. Possessing glass, ceramic or hard frangible plastic beverage bottles.
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R-116 AIRCRAFT AND ENGINE POWERED MODELS
1. Operating any passenger carrying aircraft of any nature or parachute, including parasailing, except in areas designated for such use by
the Department or in an emergency situation.
2. Operating engine powered models and/or toys in any park area not designated for such use or in such a manner that it could be a
hazard to the public.
R-117 INTERFERENCE WITH A PARK RANGER OR A PARK POLICE OFFICER
1. Interfering with any Park Ranger and/or Park Police Officer in the discharge of the Park Ranger’s and/or Park Police Officer’s duties.
2. Failing or refusing to obey any lawful command of any Park Ranger and/or Park Police Officer or other Certified Peace Officer.
R-118 TRAILS
1. Damaging, blocking, restricting or otherwise interfering with the use of a trail.
2. Throwing or rolling rocks or other items into valleys or canyons, down hillsides, mountainsides or trails.
3. Leaving a designated trail or walkway between trailheads.
4. Operating a bicycle, riding a horse, or hiking, except on trails designated for that use.
5. Failure to follow any sign that dictates the use or behavior on a trail.