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Council approves sole‑source mosquito insecticide purchase over alderman’s objections; residents request public hearing
Summary
After a council discussion and public comment, Minot approved a sole‑source purchase for mosquito insecticide 5–1. Alderman Blessum asked for stronger public notification because of health and environmental concerns; one public speaker requested a formal public hearing on spraying policy.
The council approved a sole‑source purchase to continue the city's mosquito insecticide spraying program, 5–1, after an extended discussion about safety, alternatives and public notice.
Alderman Blessum (spelled in the transcript with variations) asked staff to describe public‑notification practices and safety measures. Brian (identified in the record as a staff member tied to street operations) described prior outreach: the city notifies beekeepers, schedules spraying at night when pollinators…
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