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District plans pesticide treatment after tick survey; fields would close 48–72 hours
Summary
After a district survey found multiple ticks on school fields, staff presented EPA‑exempt treatment options that would require field closures for 48–72 hours and discussed signage, parent notification and vendor guarantees for reapplication if it rains.
District staff reported results from a tick survey and recommended treating athletic and grass areas after finding multiple dog and deer ticks during sampling.
Staff presented two EPA‑exempt treatment options: both would require temporary field closures (one option would close fields for about 48 hours; the stronger option would require about 72 hours). The five athletic fields and adjacent grass areas would be treated; staff said vendor signage and social‑media notices would be used to notify families and that vendors typically reapply if rain compromises the treatment.
Board discussion emphasized public‑health benefits and the tradeoffs of chemical application versus risk of tick‑borne illness. One board member said the risk of tick‑borne disease and long‑term effects argued in favor of treatment. The board then approved the night’s consent agenda, which included an emergency pesticide application item referencing this treatment plan.
Staff said they would post signs at treated areas, share resources with families about checking for ticks, and coordinate timing to avoid scheduled weekend uses where possible.
