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Council OKs removal of Pelican Lake cattails and planting of dwarf bullrush
Summary
Council approved up to $5,000 to remove cattails from the southeast portion of Pelican Lake and up to an additional $5,000 to plant dwarf bullrush to restore habitat; staff will coordinate timing to avoid disturbing nesting birds.
Following a citizen workshop, council authorized the removal of invasive cattails from the southeast edge of Pelican Lake and the planting of smaller bullrush varieties to provide nesting habitat and improve water quality.
Parks staff reported a contractor quote of $4,500 for cattail removal and suggested a modest additional planting budget. Several council members and residents supported combining removal with planting to prevent re-growth and to provide nesting materials for local birds. One councilmember emphasized care for nesting timing; staff confirmed they would schedule work to avoid impacts on nesting birds and that on-site town staff would supervise contractor work.
Council approved an amount not to exceed $5,000 for cattail removal and an additional amount not to exceed $5,000 for planting dwarf bullrush; the motion passed unanimously.
