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Conservation member outlines Bee City steps, seeks town support
Summary
William Green briefed the Brooklyn Agricultural Commission on requirements to become a Bee City, including an integrated pest management plan, demonstration native‑plant gardens, annual pollinator events, and a draft resolution for the Board of Selectmen.
William Green, a member of the Brooklyn Conservation Commission, told the Brooklyn Agricultural Commission that the Bee City effort will require an integrated pest management plan, demonstration gardens of native plants and annual pollinator events. He said the committee is preparing a draft resolution for the Board of Selectmen and a native‑plant list to post on the town website.
"The Committee also needs to submit a list of native plants that are adapted to this particular area," Green said, and described planned sites including a garden around the Michael Dragon sign at Prince Hill and a meadow of wildflowers at Riverside. Commissioners discussed pesticide and herbicide concerns and possible outreach at schools and the Brooklyn Fair. The Bee City Committee scheduled its next meeting for August 13 at the Community Center.
