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2 <br /> <br />which would only be used for landscaping and plant bed maintenance if <br />mowing is contracted out (I should point out that the department director is <br />concerned that the existing crew might not be sufficient to perform <br />landscaping and bed maintenance at all sites at the desired level). <br /> <br />The current grounds maintenance operation is dwarfed by comparison to <br />that which will be required by adding the school grounds. Our experience <br />is limited and our estimate of the resources required to perform the work <br />in-house might be Iow. <br /> <br />If staff is increased by 14 positions (as budgeted) to perform these <br />services in-house, significant recruitment and retention problems are a <br />certainty. <br /> <br />Given the nature of the work, there is greater exposure to potential <br />liabilities if the work is performed in-house. <br /> <br />Recommendations <br /> <br />Considering issues 2-4, I recommend hiring the private contractors. I am <br />somewhat uncomfortable increasing staffing levels and responsibilities so <br />significantly, so rapidly. It could be done, but I think it could be done better later, <br />after we have learned from the contractors. <br /> <br />Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions. <br /> <br /> <br />