INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT UPDATE

 

Recommendation:

It is recommended that the City Council receive and file this report.

 

Background :

At Council’s direction, on July 1, 1999, Staff implemented an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Program throughout the City and particularly on the Greenbelt from Pier Avenue north to Gould Avenue. In that area, we have eliminated the use of all pesticides and herbicides.

 

Analysis:

In this "Pesticide Free Zone", the following has been noted:

• There are several areas where a grass/weeds have developed and are spreading.
• Residents continue to pull weeds in this area.
• Residents have planted annuals that add a very appealing look when in bloom.
• Residents continue to cut and remove ice plant, which will cause soil erosion in the future.

In all other park areas the following has occurred:

• The City has required the contractor to use a posted notification procedure when spraying pesticides, which also includes a prior authorization from the City.

There is minor visible difference between the two sections of the Greenbelt. It is recommended that the test continue through June 30, 2000.

 

Fiscal Impact

• FY99 – 2000 001-4202-4201 - 0 - (Contract Services)

• FY99 – 2000 001-4202-4309 $500 (Signs and Advertising)

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