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Board hears complaints about herbicide use and gets update on pothole repairs
Summary
Director Harris raised concerns about herbicide (referred to as "Roundup") sprayed near creeks and private property; city staff said they will follow up. Staff also reported contractor pothole repairs are underway and will be assessed after $30,000 in work.
During board commentary, Director Harris asked the administration to explain what herbicide the city applies on some right-of-ways and why spray appeared to be promoting growth rather than suppressing weeds in some creek areas. He asked whether the city can use chemicals near private property and whether staff could provide the product name and rationale. The city manager said staff would follow up with a written answer.
On public-works operations, staff reported a contractor from Waco has been on site three weeks and has made visible progress on pothole repairs. Staff said they will assess work once $30,000 has been spent to decide whether to continue the contract; several board members said they could already see improvements on streets such as between 12th and 35th and other locations. No vote was required; staff will report back on the herbicide use and the contractor's progress.
