County Weed Control
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Most Counties That Provide Their Own Weed Control:
- Dedicate one full-time employee for much of the summer
- Hire two seasonal employees
- Purchase and maintain one primary spray rig
- Spend between $8,000 and $24,000 on chemicals each year
- Cover at least half the county each year
- Maintain herbicide applicator licenses and certifications
- Provide proper herbicide storage
- Properly dispose of herbicide containers
- Keep up with the latest developments in herbicide and sprayer technology
Benefits of Providing In-House County Weed Control:
- The county has more control over how roadsides are managed. Sensitive areas such as gardens, bee hives, organic farms, prairie remnants and roadside wildflowers are protected.
- Having someone on staff who knows how to apply herbicides and effectively control weeds is a great asset for roadside management and management of county recreation areas as well.
- When the person overseeing the program lives in the county, personal pride and accountability become part of the equation, resulting in a more conscientious effort.