Receive presentation on city's pesticide ban and weed control practices
In Plain English
Richmond banned pesticides for weed control in 2015 and requires integrated pest management citywide. Staff presented updates on how the city maintains parks and roads without chemical herbicides. The mayor plans a public symposium on natural weed control methods and plant strategies.
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