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Cushing Selectboard approves grub treatments for Pleasant View and Norton cemeteries
Summary
The Selectboard authorized insecticide treatments for two town cemeteries after an inspection found active grub infestations; the recommended two treatments (one now, one in fall) were estimated at about $2,000 and approved unanimously 5-0-0.
The Cushing Selectboard on June 8 voted unanimously to treat grub infestations at Pleasant View and Norton cemeteries after an inspection identified active infestations.
Selectboard Chair Cheryl Stackpole said an inspection by Josh Mitchell found active grubs at both cemetery sites and that Mitchell recommended one treatment immediately and a second treatment in the fall to address next year’s grubs. Stackpole said Mitchell estimated the combined cost for both treatments at about $2,000.
Stackpole moved to authorize the treatments; Tracey Bally seconded the motion. The board approved the action 5-0-0.
The minutes do not specify the contractor’s exact treatment method, the funding account used, or a schedule for the fall follow-up. Board members did not record additional discussion about cost-sharing or a formal assignment of follow-up tasks other than noting possible manpower assistance from the cemetery committee.
The Selectboard’s vote authorizes town staff to proceed with the two treatments as recommended; the minutes do not set an exact service date or list a vendor contract number.
