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Executive director raises possible acquisition of bee hives for Marr Park; board discussion ongoing

Washington County Conservation Board · March 12, 2026
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Executive Director Zach Rozmus told the board he is discussing acquiring bee hives for Marr Park to benefit local flora and fauna, but said he wants to ensure staff are comfortable with the change before proceeding.

Executive Director Zach Rozmus told the Washington County Conservation Board on March 12 that staff discussions are ongoing about a potential acquisition of bee hives for Marr Park. Rozmus said he believes the hives would have a positive effect on the park's flora and fauna but emphasized he does not want to make any staff members uncomfortable with the presence of hives on county property.

Rozmus framed the matter as preliminary and staff-led; the minutes record no formal proposal, motion, budget allocation, or vote. The item remains under discussion, and Rozmus said he will continue conversations with staff and return to the board if a concrete proposal or request for funds is prepared.