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San Juan County offers to help Bluff target invasive weeds; council to compile priority list
Summary
Representatives from San Juan County began scoping weed-spraying and invasive-species assistance in Bluff. Councilors directed staff to assemble a prioritized list of problem areas for county crews to address.
San Juan County staff visited Bluff to assess invasive species and noxious-weed problems and told town officials they are willing to assist with targeted spraying and removal.
Council members discussed a range of invasive plants — including knapweed, goatheads and 'tree of paradise' — and the practical difficulties of removing deeply rooted sprouts. County personnel (identified by councilors as Don Andrews and Frank Smith) have indicated they can help clear high-priority sites; councilors suggested the retention/ detention pond, the storm-drainage channel behind the old school and the public lands access off 8 West as initial targets.
Town members discussed methods the county uses, including herbicide application and mechanical removal, and debated timing to limit reseeding; one councilor noted a community “roller” tool for seed removal but said access and seed persistence remain challenges. The council asked staff to compile a site list and recommended the town present that prioritized list to county crews so coordinated work can begin.
Ending
Staff will prepare and present a proposed list of priority locations for county spraying and management at the next meeting so the council can formally approve and send it to San Juan County.
