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Commission approves research into pollinator prairie pilot at Rotary Park
Summary
The commission voted to research and pursue a small pollinator‑prairie pilot at two underused spots in Rotary Park; a commissioner will return with seed lists, cost estimates (about $250–$300), tick‑safety guidance and partner recommendations by the June meeting.
Commissioners endorsed moving forward with a low‑cost pilot to seed native pollinator plants in two underused areas of Rotary Park. The motion tasks a commissioner with collecting seed lists, firm cost estimates, advice from conservation partners and pest‑safety information and to return with maps and a budget by the June 18 meeting.
The initial estimate provided in discussion placed non‑labor materials at roughly $250–$300, sufficient for seeding a modest area; commissioners emphasized the conversion from turf to prairie can take follow‑up work and may take two years before a full bloom is evident. The commission agreed the pilot fits within larger, longer‑range park plans while being a modest, incremental start.
Members asked staff to consult the Conservation Foundation and the Monarch Project for species recommendations and best practices; they also raised questions about ticks and public safety and requested those be addressed in the follow‑up. The motion passed by voice vote; commissioners plan to compile partner recommendations and a costed plan for the June meeting.
