August 18, 2006

Here's an update and feedback from the Trimax Turf Green "lumber" we purchased from you folks in December 2004. Enclosed is a photo of our first installation. Twelve others were installed at train stations and parks in three communities. There is a thin Lexan bullet and scratch resistant face protecting our bike route signage. Eighteen months later, they look as good as the day installed. There are no signs of warping, cracking or color fade.

Three park districts and our Public Works folks worked with me on this area-wide project. While the material is heavy and more expensive, crews appreciated the ease of sawing and drilling the material and that it is homogonous throughout. Maintenance has not been required at any of the thirteen locations. Would we use it again? A unanimous yes.

Rob Burns
Public Works Director