Commission moves forward with field mowing plan; LSC to refine spring rotation

Aug 6, 2026

The commission confirmed a contract with Farmer Duffy for mowing conservation fields and prioritized Toll and Benfield for near‑term mowing to enable thistle herbicide treatment; Land Stewardship Committee will finalize timing and rotation and report back with recommendations on second mow and habitat considerations.

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The commission confirmed it has a contract with Farmer (Mark) Duffy to mow four conservation fields and agreed to prioritize mowing at Toll Farm and Benfield so staff and the contractor can prepare sites for an upcoming thistle herbicide treatment. Farmer Duffy will schedule mowing based on weather and operational windows; staff asked him to provide advance notice to coordinate herbicide timing.

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