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Town schedules weed spraying at cemetery after donated sod fails to thrive
Summary
Council heard that donated sod at the cemetery suffered from poor watering; the town contracted a weed spray and scheduled application and temporary restrictions on watering and mowing.
At the Sept. 5 meeting council members reported issues at the town cemetery, where recently donated sod had not been watered sufficiently and portions died. Staff told the council they contracted Buffalos to spray weeds on Tuesday, Sept. 10, and warned residents that the application would affect fresh flowers and that mowing should be avoided for 48 hours.
Why it matters: Cemetery upkeep drew comments from residents; the council said the weed spraying is intended to control thistle and other infestations and that the contract came in about $500 cheaper than an alternate bid.
Details and context
- Contracting: Buffalos will spray weeds (thistle) on Sept. 10; staff and the clerk coordinated the date and advised no watering for 24 hours and no mowing for 48 hours after the application.
- Cost: Staff reported the chosen bid was approximately $500 less than an alternate bidder (Grid Iron).
Ending
Staff will monitor results and the recent rain has helped some areas; the council expects to hear continued comments from residents as the work proceeds.
