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Milpitas resident asks city to clarify Roundup use at parks; public works to follow up
Summary
A resident raised concerns during public comment about contractor BrightView spraying glyphosate (Roundup) in Milpitas parks, asking why residents are not notified and why spraying occurs on windy days. City staff said public works will follow up directly with the commenter.
During the public forum, a resident identified as Zach raised multiple concerns about herbicide use in Milpitas parks, asking why the city’s landscaping contractor BrightView is allowed to spray Roundup, why residents are not notified before or after applications, and why spraying sometimes occurs on windy days.
Zach said spring sports were approaching and added, “I don't want my kids to be handling a ball that's rolled into poison.” The mayor thanked him and staff offered to have the public works department follow up. Chief Hernandez (public works) was asked to get Zach’s contact information so staff could make direct contact and provide follow-up information.
Why it matters: the comment flagged public-health and notification questions about herbicide application timing and signage at parks. Council did not take formal action on the matter during the meeting; staff committed to a direct follow-up with the resident from public works.
What’s next: staff will contact the commenter to provide information and, if needed, discuss signage, notification practices and contractor protocols. No council direction to change current practices was recorded at the meeting.
