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Home My WebLink About2009-06-03 P & R Agenda @;~~ .~ 7ua-J~. CITY OF CENTERVILLE PARKS AND RECREATION AGENDA Wednesday, June 3,2009 - 6:30 P.M. I. CALL TO ORDER I. Roll Call Additions to Agenda 6/3/09 II. SET AGENDA III. APPEARANCES I. Dr. Randal J. Barnes. Dcpartment of Civil Engineering. University of Minnesota - Discussion regarding the low water flow at Hidden Spring Park. IV. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES I. May 6, 2009 Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes V. COMMITTEE BUSINESS I. Swearing in of New Committee Member Brian Peterson 2. Increasing Water Flow in the Hidden Spring / Hidden Spring Park 3. Irrigation at Hidden Spring Park 4. Hidden Spring Park Plantings 5. Climbing Wall Installation at Tracie McBride Memorial Park VI. UPDATES 1. Fete des Laes 8K Run 2. Tree / Buckthorn / Poison Ivy Removal at Eagle Park 4. Summer Programs A. Musie in the Park B. BBQ at Hiddcn Spring Park VII. ADJOURNMENT Topographical Map of Hidden Spring Park r I .' ~ . I i - ... . ::; ~ I, I Each contour denotes a 2 foot height difference The spring is at a height of 892 feet Map from City of Centerville Location of Well 2012 and Spring T= Spring \/= Well 2012 , l~'f '10("vl'" 50 Annual Precipitation in Centerville Area (1900-2008) Data from Minnesota DNR J5 JO ~~ p, ~ r ~ q~ ~ 30 I " c: "iij ~ c c <( 25 '0 4U 15 10 1900 ! . el' " 't ~, "v r ~\II V"J' 6 61 y 6 1920 19JO r"=, . v -00 (,) 1~ v I ' 1 v 1960 Date o n \ I I .-. / J~ l " \ c. 1960 1 { '-(( , 1~b' 2000 \ I:) " 2020 Monthly Water Levels of Peltier Lake (1952-2009) 888 Data from Minnesota DNR 886 ~ ~I t~~~ .0..J-:'-:::-{\'f17 , 1 \ , ! I t 884 lJ 0; ~ a; > 882 '" --' :;; ~ 880 III ,,~ _ Lol'" ~IIII ..'lI''' Ii l^" \~ " ~ \ hJ\ . orJ" " I' <, , \ (O~\ 878 I '\ ' v''' \,,0 ~ ~ ,- ~(.<v--I' ~",l I-,\.or {)Q \' \ ~ .- ,. *,,'-:,,'<:1 876 1950 1960 1970 1980 1990 2000 2010 Date ----- Current Level . 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(fspedally SInce it doesn't w<lnt to rain.) Is that something l;tle Oty has the ability to take on, or shooId be find another way to !Jet thiS done' , ThankS rc. takingC3fepf thi5. I really appr-edate it. }eo" McDowell, RLA "'0"''' T~6SI~i'9B CdI6S1~2-9124 ]t!!f.ITlCXlowdIOOOr1e.<nOo.o:wn .:It Bonestroo From: Kim Stephan [mallto:ks~n@centefvillefTVl.com) Sent: Wednesday, June 0], 2009 7:39 AM To: fo1cDowdl,Jeff J Subject: RE: Plantings @ Hidden Spring Par1o: and Shoreline P1antlo<}s Good Mormno. lam sure that Is good, but let me bring it to P & R tooight. What species lied' %.. S;y.... &.t .;~ From: McDowell, Jeff J [rnaJlto:Jeff.McDowell@bJnestroo.roml Sent: Tuesday, June 02, 2009 5:01 PM To: 'kstephan@centervlllemn.com' Subject: RE: P1antlngs @ HIddef1 Sprinl;I Par1l and Shore~ne Plantlngs I want to make SU'e you are o.k. with me ~ng the plants that cid not sol"lllve with hop's sedge, blue tlag Ins, and daylllle5. I don't. want to rt:pI.K:e!he pldnts that died Wltf1 the same species, because If they CIdrll SOrvNe tnls time, there's a cham thty won't sorvr..e again. So, let me know if you are o.k wrth substlMing the plants. lefT McDowell, RLA """"'" Tcl651~798 CeIl6SH92-912-4 ,eT.rncdowelIObonestroo.com .:It Bonestroo From: Kim Stephan [mallto:k.stePlan@centervlllemn.com] Sent: T~'f, June 02, 2009 3:56 PM To: McOowetl, Jetf J Subjere Rf: Plantll'lQS 0 Hidden Spt1nQ Par1l and ~ PlantllY,JS Hi JeI"f. What kind of oil. do you need from the Oty' %.. $y.... &.t.; ~ 6/3/2009 Clear Day Page 20f2 from: McOoweII, Jeff J (mailto:Jeff,McDoweH@booe'Stroo,c::om] Sent: Fnday, May 29, 2009 4:19 PM To: kstephan@centerYillenvu:om; Statz, Malt R Subject: RE: Plantll1l}S@HicijenSprng Parll: and Shon!fIne Plantlngs ~m, I came up with 44 perennials that need to be replaced. My recommendation IS to replant With the three most sua:esstuI plants - hop's sedge, blue flag Ins, and happy retlJm dayllUes. As far as timing Is concerned, we wiM gel to it as 500n as we get: an o.k. from the aty. As far as the shoreline goes, I talked to ~ d our I'\IIbve plant guys. The pICture Is 50 JXlOI' that none of them coukl oonr.dently Ideottfy It. HoweYef, they all agreed it was not a nabVE!', and was probably a weed. But as we dscussed on Site, be careful about ~no plants. I don' know how warranty and mainteoanct' IS being handled with the lnsta~. Have a goocI weekeOO. Je" McDowell, RLA """"" Tell 651-6l:l4-o17'98 Cell 651-"92.9124 -,eff.mc:dowell@booestroo.com .:It Conestroo From: Kim Stephan [lTIaIlto:k:steJj\an@centervlllemn.com] Sent: Fnday. May 29. 2009 1:42 PM To: McDowell, Jeff J; Statz, Mart R Subject: Aaobngs 10 Hidden Spring Par1t and Shoreline Plantlngs Good Ar'temoon Happy Frrday Jetf Mark said you had :tJe numoor 10 the replacement pla-mngs and he raid me blJl t forgot Can ~OLl g'~e me a"llle ,nlo aboul TnaT and what and whon yOu are oOlOgl so I r.an update P So f.l at The" me€t'l"IQ r.ex! WedneS-1ay~ Also any luo. ,(l9flt,fy'ng some of !"IOMI :a_e ShQf<? ....e&<ls an(l plal't.ngs? MarK I KnO'olo' ~ou are bus)' but I need some d,rect_on by next week on how 10 Ploceed Wllh Ihe lakesho,e Thanks and have a gre3l wetlk.end %.. S,~ e'"t ..{ e..,.,.Jl'. Thl$ ~-m"il 15 (;onfid~ntl..l and lIlay cont..Jn tf'<)a1Jy prtvilf'~fld intorll'llltlon. :t you are not the ~ntflnded reCIpIent, you :should 1I0t copy, cti Note; e-rr.ails are sU:lcep~ible to corr;;p':.lon, interception ..nct un<luthodzed 1I11l~ndmo;nt; "'<;0 do net aCCfopt 11ahlllty for any such chan~e:l, or : il,is email has been scanned b~thc M~sageLabs Email Sl.'Curity System for more infonnlllion please \isil hltp:l/wwwm~<;agdabs com,'cmai] nll~ emall ha:s been scann<d b~ the MessageLabs F.mait Stturily Sptcm For more infunnallon please \isil hup:liv.v.w.mes.sagdabs. contiemail This email has been ~m.-d by the Mo~geLabs Emall Security SYMctn For more informatIOn please \ISlt hup:l/wv.wmessagdabs com'cmal! ~/1/'''''O Clear Day Page 1 of 1 Kim Stephan Sent: To: Kim Stephan [kstephan@centervillemn.com] Friday, May 29, 2009 1 :28 PM Paul Palzer (ppalzer@centervillemn.com); 'Dallas Larson'; 'brian@petersoncabin.com'; 'Kevin Amundsen (bonasaumbellus@atl.net)'; Mark Haiden; pbranch; Savannah Lee (Iee_family@q.com); Selander, Kevin C.; 'Suzanne Seeley (skseeley@yahoo.com)' Subject: Tree Trimming / Buckthorn / Poison Ivy Removal at Eagle Park Attachments: Poison Ivy.pdf; Buckthorn.pdf From: Paul and P & R, The DNR Forrester who was to mark the trees in Eagle Park never showed up and does not return Kevin's phone calls. We discussed last fall with Public Works and again this spring, the removal of the poison ivy and buckthorn particularity in Eagle Pass. The poison ivy has been a problem there for years I was under the impression the Public Works Staff could spray the poison ivy and the stumps of the buckthorn as long as they were not using commercial chemicals, but using like over the counter product bought at say Hugo Feed Mill. Paul says he does not believe this to be true. Question then. Paul - can you get an estimate or do whatever needs to be done to have our lawn service get rid of the poison ivy? And if the summer guys can cut the buckthorn how can we spray/paint the roots of the buckthorn to keep it from coming back? Attached is poison ivy information as well as buckthorn information. From the P & R Meeting Minutes of May 6th: Trcc Rcmoval at Ea~lc Park The DNR Forester who met with Vice-Chairperson Amundsen to look at the trees in Eagle Park wa~ supposed to come back and mark the trees to be removed, but he never came back and does not return phone calls. Vice Chairperson Amundsen inf()rmed the committee that Eagle Pass Town Ilome Association owns the trees on the north side of the park and this helps to differentiate betwccn park and privatc property. The committee discllssed getting rid of the sCnlb trees, buckthorn and noxious weeds will open up the property and the pine trees may not need to be rcmovcd at this time. The park also needs to be sprayed for poison ivy. x..... S~ ~oJ~ t:.nnnno Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes 05-06-09 PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Wedncsday, May 6, 2009 - 6:30 p.m. Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Parks & Recreation Committee of the City ofCenterville held the regularly scheduled meeting Wednesday, May 6, 2009 at City Hall, 1880 Main Strcet. Prcsent: Vice-Chairperson Kevin Amundsen Committee Member Savannah Lee Committee Member Patrick Branch Committee MClllber Mark Haiden QDouCID~[~)[r@w@@] Absent: Chairperson Suzanne Seeley Committee Member Kevin Selander Council: City Council Liaison Tom Lee Staff: Staff Liaison Kim Stephan Mr. Mark Statz, City Engineer, Bonestroo Mr. Geoff Martin, Bonestroo I. CALL TO ORDER 1. Roll Call Vice-Chairperson Amundscn called the May 6, 2009 Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting to order at 6:34 p.m. II. SET AGENDA Vice-Chairperson Amundsen requested adding a discussion of weeding Hidden Spring Park to the agenda under Committee Business #3. Motion was made by Committcc Mcmbcr Branch, scconded by Committec Mcmber IIaidcn to sct the agenda with the above addition. All in favor. Motion carricd unanimously. III. APPEARANCES Mr. Mark Statz and Mr. Geoff Martin, Bonestroo, made an appearance to discuss the Trail and Park Project. Vice-Chairperson Amundsen reported he had talked to Mr. Dallas Larson, City Administrator and the City did not get the stimulus monies which would have paid thc City's matching portion of the $750,000 grant. Council Mcmber Lec stated there is a possibility of other grants, but at this time thc City will have to come up with the matching approximately $300,000 to complete this project. Mr. Statz statcd City Council will have to decide whether the project gets put off or proceeds; the grant money has to be used by 2012. Bonestroo will have the plans completed within a few weeks. Council lof5 Parks & Recreation Comrniltee Meeting Minutes 05-06-09 Member Lee said the budget concerns are very real, but also felt if we do not proceed with this project now, we may not get it done, and it would be a shame not to utilize a $750,000 grant. Mr. Martin added that the bids they have been receiving for other projects are very reasonable with today's economic situation. Mr. Statz said at this point there is nothing that can be taken out of the project to reduce costs as all elements arc required by the grant. Mr. Larson had reported that he did not believe the driveway could be moved as the property owner wasn't in favor of it. Mr. Martin felt the small 'pocket park' could be made to work with the driveway where it is. The committee discussed removing the pergola, even as an alternate, because of financial constraints. Removing the pergola would allow the fountain to be moved over to accommodate the driveway better. The committee directed Mr. Martin to remove the pergola lTom the plan. Mr. Martin reported hc had gotten quotes for the fountain and engraving which were as high as $25,000. He went back looking for other options and found if granite were used lTom the 'bone yard' the cost for the fountain could be $5,000 - $6,000 without the engraving. Instead of engraving on the granite, the committee discussed buying brass plaques and having them engraved, instead of engraving on the granite. The committee then discussed the sign kiosk, which from the sign company Mr. Martin received bids lTom, were quoted at approximately $ I 0,000. The committee felt there were many other options to do this less expensive and directed Bonestroo to not proceed with this option. Council Member Lee will come back to the next committee meeting with some other ideas for a kiosk. Bonestroo will leave space for the kiosk in the design and asked whether to stub electric? The committee opted for no electricity to the kiosk itself as it will not necd lights. Grading was also discussed for the park. Mr. Statz reported he had met with representatives of MNDOT regarding some of the trail requirements. The committee discussed ADA requirements such as striping or stamping and coloring trails to include the required color contrast. IV. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES April J, 2009 Parks & Recreation Committee Meetinl! Minutes Vice Chairperson Amundsen requested changing the wording on page 2 on, second paragraph, to read 'Dates were brielly discussed, a week night would be preferred by the LaValles, but a weekend could work. ' Motion was made b)' Committee Member Haiden, seconded by Committee Member Lee, to approve the April 1, 2009 Parks & Recreation Committee Meetin!: Minutes with the above correction. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously. April 8, 2009 Parks & Recreation Committee Meetinl! Minutes On page 2 01'3, under Recruiting Volunteers, Committee Member Branch asked that Creative Kids Daycare be changed to Creative Kids Child Care. Motion was made by Committee Member Branch, seconded by Committee Member Haiden to approve the April 8, 2009 Parks & Recreation Committee Meetirl!: Minutes with the above correction. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously. 20f5 L Parks & Recreation Committee Meeling Minutes 05-06-09 V. COMMITTEE BUSINESS Plavl!round Safety Issues Vice-Chairperson Amundsen handed the play ground safety issues to Mr. Paul Palzer at the last committee mceting and they are being resolved by Public Works as nonnal spring maintenance. Vice- Chairperson Amundsen also stated that when thc committee did the Earth Day Cleanup it was not as bad as previous years. Eagle Park in particular did not have the issues it did last year with bottles, cigarettc butts, and drug paraphernalia in the middle of the trees. This is attributed to trimming up the trees, opening the spaces and increased police awareness of the problem in the area. The committee was disappointed in the lack of volunteers who turned out to help, but thanked those who did. Solar Lil!htinl! Vice-Chairperson Amundsen has been looking into solar lighting for the parks and has supplied the committee with some infonnation, but was unable to get pricing as all estimates rcquired too many unknown variablcs. Vice-Chairperson Amundsen will forward the infonnation to Mr. Paul Palzer. Public Works Director. The committee was particularly intercsted in solar lighting for Eagle Park. Weedinl! Hidden Sprinl! Park Ms. Stephan reported that thistle; dandelions and crab grass have taken over all of thc flower beds at Hidden Spring Park and arc solid in the rock drainage areas. None of the percnnial flowers or grasses were cut back or cleaned up for the last few years and the park is really in a terrible state. Ms. Stephan planted and weeded all the monument sign flower beds in the parks the last years and has done some weeding at Hidden Spring Park this spring, but this job is bigger than one person can do in a limited amount of time. The park was planted without a maintenance plan in place and Centerville does not have the staff to keep this park maintained at this time. It is a shame to have such a beautiful picce of property covered in weeds. Vice-Chairperson Amundsen asked if any of the committee membcrs had time to donate to a few hours of weeding. The committee members really do not have time for this project at this time either. It is possible additional seasonal staff can get this park back to where it should be. VI. UPDATES Fete des Lacs 8K Run Recruiting Volunteers (Fete des Lacs / Parade) - Council Member Lee reported a fairly good response for parade volunteers, many of whom will also volunteer for the race. Ms. Michelle Lakso also has CERT volunteers who are willing to work the race. Committee Member Branch announced Fairvie~"h,as agreed to sponsor the race by purchasing all the T-Shirts and Festival Foods has agreed to donate ~ the bottled water. Discussion was had regarding volunteer shirts and the necessity to have them distinguished with a different color not just a sticker saying volunteer. () Submitting Application to Anoka County - Ms. Stephan will send in the Anoka County Parks Pernlit now that we have the required insurance infonnation and a course map. 30f5 Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes 05-06-09 Special Event Permit - Ms. Stephan reported the Special Use Permit is being reviewed by the Police and Fire Department personnel and was on the next City Council Agenda for Council consideration. Vice-Chairperson Amundsen discussed placing the ads in the paper with both The Citizen and The Quad. The committee felt all the details were coming together and now it was just important to get the word out so as to get people registered. Park Si!!nal!e Vice-Chairperson Amundsen submitted the sign information to Mr. Paul Palzer. Mr. Tedd Peterson, Public Works ordered the signs, but had Vice-Chairperson Amundsen review the order first. Vice- Chairperson Amundsen will mark on an aerial of Hidden Spring Park where the signs should be placed. Tree Removal at Ea!!le Park The DNR Forester who met with Vice-Chairperson Amundsen to look at the trees in Eagle Park was supposed to come back and mark the trees to be removed, but he never came back and does not return phone calls. Vice Chairperson Amundsen informed the committee that Eagle Pass Town Home Association owns the trees on the north side of the park and this helps to differentiate between park and private property. The committee discussed getting rid of the scrub trees, buckthorn and noxious weeds will open up the property and the pine trees may not need to be removed at this time. The park also needs to be sprayed for poison ivy. Summer Programs Music in the Park Vice-Chairperson Amundsen has been in contact with both Mr. Fred Bailey (Ranjo Bandits) and Ms. Kathy LaValle (Brady's Big Rand aud Jill & the Jacks) to confirm dates. Brady's Big Band is booked the month of July, but Jill & the Jacks are available the 7'" and the 14th of July. Mr. Fred Bailey has committed to Tuesday July 21" at 7:00 p.m. The idea is to have July be the Month of Music in the Parks, each Tuesday night, but possibly go into August depending on the availability of Brady's Big Band. Having a band at Hidden Spring Park the Sunday of Fete des Lacs was also discussed as a possibility. The committee felt 4 or 5 bands could be offered to the community for $1,000. Motion was made by Committee Member Haiden, seconded by Vice-Chairperson Amundsen to recommend to City Council the approval of funds not to exceed $1,000 for the Parks & Recreation Music in the Parks Program for 2009. All in favor. Motion passed unanimously. Rattle of the Rands/Boards Committee Member Lee said that Ollie & Company are not available this year so there will not be a June Battle of the Bands/Boards. Battle of the Bands will be part of Fete des Lacs. Council Member Lee stated they are still looking for another band to participate in the Battle of the Bands. 40f5 ". . Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes 05-06-09 BBO at Hidden Sprinl! Park The committee discussed having a Volunteer Appreciation Picnie/BBQ perhaps the weekend after Fete des Lacs. This discussion will be continued at the next meeting. VII. ADJOURNMENT Motion was made by Vice-Chairperson Amundsen, seconded by Committee Member Lee to adjourn the May 6, 2009 Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting at 9:00 p.m. All in favor. Motion passed unanimously. Transcribed by Kim Stephan 50f5 Petersoncahin.com Mail - Tree Trimming I Buckthorn I Poison Ivy Re... hnps:llmai I.google.comia/petersoncah i n.comi?ui~2& i~ccc5 32c66a&... Gt1ail t> \ ""':'lk 8ETA Brian Peterson <brian@petersoncabin.com> Tree Trimming I Buckthorn I Poison Ivy Removal at Eagle Park Kim Stephan <kstephan@centervillemn.com> Fri, May 29, 2009 at 1 :28 PM Reply- To: kstephan@centervillemn.com To: Paul Palzer <ppalzer@centervillemn.com>, Dallas Larson <dlarson@centervillemn.com>, brian@petersoncabin.com, Kevin Amundsen <bonasaumbellus@att.net>, Mark Haiden <markhaiden@yahoo.com>, pbranch <pbranch@cox.net>, Savannah Lee <Iee_family@q.com>, "Selander, Kevin C." <kselande@allegisgroup.com>, Suzanne Seeley <skseeley@yahoo.com> Paul and P & R, The DNR Forrester who was to mark the trees in Eagle Park never showed up and does not return Kevin's phone calls. We discussed last fall with Public Works and again this spring, the removal of the poison ivy and buckthorn particularily in Eagle Pass. The poison ivy has been a problem there for years. I was under the impression the Public Works Staff could spray the poison ivy and the stumps of the buckthorn as long as they were not using commercial chemicals, but using like over the counter product bought at say Hugo Feed Mill. Paul says he does not believe this to be true. Question then. Paul - can you get an estimate or do whatever needs to be done to have our lawn service get rid of the poison ivy? And if the summer guys can cut the buckthorn how can we spray/paint the roots of the buckthorn to keep it from coming back? Attached is poison ivy information as well as buckthorn information. From the P & R Meeting Minutes of May 6th: Tree Removal at Ea!!le I'ark The DNR Forester who met with Vice-Chairperson Amundsen to look at the trees in Eagle Park was supposed to come back and mark the trees to be removed, but he never came back and does not return phone calls. Vice Chairperson Amundsen informed the committee that Eagle Pass Town Home Association owns the trees on the north side of the park and this helps to differentiate between park and private property. The committee discussed getting rid of the scrub trees, buckthorn and noxious weeds will open up the property and the pine trees may not need to be removed at this time. The park also needs to be sprayed for poison ivy. %mS~ ~4~ 2 attachments ~ Polson Ivy.pdf 916K ~ Buckthorn.pdt 2676K I of I 6/3/2009 7: 13 AM ~ Removing Poison Ivy I Tips for Removing Poison Ivy Page 1 of3 At>>ut.com Landscaping .- ::---- [~l Which digital camera should I buy? Find out at ConsumerSearch.com c.r""."..,,".~- G) o~ consu.!11~~s.ea.~~l.l \ii:I ~.~" 1.1. )0..".., How To Remove Poison Ivy Safely: Tips for Removing Poison Ivy From Mia Amato. for About-com Free land~cdp;ng Newsletter. Enter elflarl addrl~S~ '-1[~::'lf:l 'nnt Discuss In my Forum See More About: polson IVY pOlson IVY identiflcatton how to get qd of DOlsonvy pOison ivy plants treatirg pOlson IVY raSh The saying goes: "leaflets three, let them be," but if poison ivy invades your garden or property, it's not so easy to ignore. You're better off just removing poison ivy altogether. Accidental contact with the leaves can leave a painful rash on bare skin, making this one weed that's just too risky to have around. Even if you prefer to garden organically, a chemical weed killer is the fastest, most effective method of removing poison IVY. leaflets 3' the classIC pOlson ivy rdentltiCiltion featule Dflvid BPflll/!r"IJ Difficulty: Easy Time Required: DependS on size of poison ivy patch. May have to be repeated more than once. Here's How: 1. Know the enemy. Poison Ivy (Toxicodendron radicans) Is a native North American plant that takes several forms. On most of the continent, it's a climbing or trailing perennial vine. In Western states, it's a shrubby bush that grows to about 3 reet. The leaves, which grow on alternate sides of each stem, come in sets of 3 glossy-green leaflets that can be pointed, smooth-sided, lobed or saw- toothed. Early in spring the hl1p:lllandseaping.about.com/od/poisonivyplanls/htlremovingyoison.htm 5/29/2009 Kemovmg l'01son Ivy l'llps lor Kcmoving Poison Ivy Page 2 of3 leaves are red, and In fall they turn a bright scarlet-orange. The 1/4-inch fruits are dull yellow. For an In-depth identification of poison ivy and its imposters, see my pICtures or pOison IVY. 2. Dress for battle. All parts of the plant contain a toxic resin that causes a blistering rash on any part of your body it touches. So when removing poison ivy, always wear rubber gloves, a long-sleeved shirt, long pants tucked into socks and boots or shoes that can be hosed off later. Goggles and a breathing mask are also recommended when removing poison ivy. 3. Time your attack. A dry day with no wind is the safest time for removing poison Ivy, especially If you will be using an herbicide spray (you don't want the herbicIde blowing back at you, nor do you want It blowing on landscape plants). 4. Cut plants to ground level. With shears or pruners, remove all the stems you can see and dispose of them in plastic garbage bags. Don't tear or rip the vines as this may disperse the resin Into the air. 5. Dig out roots If you can. If there are only a few plants to remove, use the shovel to remove the roots. Bag these also for removal. 6. Destroy what's left. If you have many plants spread over a large area, cut as much of the top growth as you can, and then spray the remaining roots, stems and stubs with a chemical weed killer containing glyphosate (such as Roundup) or triclopyr (such as Ortho's Brush-a-Gon). For thick, Shrubby stems, spray directly onto the cuts you've made. Remember to use extreme care when handling these herbicides, as the spray will kill aU other garden plants it touches. Always tollow the directions on the label for safest use. 7. Dispose of properly. 00 not compost, Shred or burn poison ivy. Inhaling the smoke can cause serious injury to your lungs. Put the plant parts in heavy plastic bags, tie the bags securely and put them in the trash. If you used rubber gloves, discard these as well. 8. Disinfect your clothes and your tools. Tools used for removing poison ivy must be diSinfected. Rinse your pruners and shovel, Including the handles, with rubbing alcohol. let them dry and then 011 the parts to prevent rust. Likewise, the clothes you have on while removing poison Ivy must be cleaned. Wash your clothing separately and clean your boots or shoes with cold, soapy water and a hose. Tips: 1. Poison Ivy is a perennial plant that grows back trom the roots and often spreads by means of underground runners. Removing polson Ivy -- if It's a vigorous stand n may take three or four tries. 2. If your skin comes into contact with the weed while you're removing poison ivy, wash the affected area with a strong soap, using cold water only (hot water opens your pores and allows the toxin to seep in). Hardware stores and drugstores have specialty soaps that can remove the poison sap. Treat a rash with a drying lotion (such as calamine) or one recommended specifically for poison ivy rash. What You Need: . Rubber gloves . Washable, tightly woven long-sleeve shirt and pants . long socks . Shoes or boots that can be washed or hosed off . Goggles end breathing mask http://landscaping.about.com/od/poisonivyplants/ht/rcmoving_poison.htm 5/29/2009 Removing Poison Ivy I Tips for Removing Poison Ivy . Sharp-edged shovel . Sharp pruning shears or a hand pruner . 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Pirtures flowef Colo" Choites Most Popular Japanese Maples as Fall FOI dnd..tapir'Q ldelis, P,cs Bock PMIOs Rose of Sharon Landstape DesIgn Ideas hHn.lll~nri~r~nin" ~hr\1lt f'nmlnrl/nni<,n"i\f"nl~nl<,/ht/rprnn"inn nni<:>nl1 htnl I I L_ .;non()()o . , lRl(:1E CREEK WATIERSHIED DISTRI(:T V VCV~o-firlA.l0 Help Stop the Bullying in Our Woods Believe it not there are bullies even in the plant world. One of the biggest bullies is buckthorn. Buckthorn is an invasive, non-native shrub or small tree that was introduced to North America during the late 1800's. Buckthorn was planted as a popular hedge but has since escaped into virtually every corner of the state. Each buckthorn fruit produces 2-4 seeds that remain viable for up to six years! Birds eat these fruits and deposit the seeds everywhere. Because buckthorn tolerates shade, full-sun, drought and bad soil, it thrives just about anywhere. Buckthorn is detrimental to the health and future of our woodlands, prairies, wetlands and parks because is takes over large areas destroying wildlife habitat and food sources and out- competes other irnportant native plants that we need for a stabile, healthy ecosystem. Both Common and Glossy Buckthorn have are restricted noxious weeds. Sale, transportation, or movement of these plants is prohibited statewide by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture. Now is a good time to identify and cut down buckthorn because it will generally be the only plant in the woods with green leaves. Often buckthorn keeps its green leaves into December. If you don't find the motivation to actually remove the buckthorn this fall, at least identify the plants by painting the stems so you can tackle removing them when it warms up in the spring. If you would like more information about identifying and removing buckthorn, visit this website: hltp:llwww.cLstpaul.mn.us/depls/parks/environmenUbuckthorn. To volunteer to help rid our parks of buckthorn or for more information, contact Dawn at RCWD 763-398-3078 or ddubats@ricecreek.org. Common buckthorn - Invasive species: Minnesota DNR Page 1 of2 Common buckthorn Rhamnus cathartica) Description: Appearance: Tall understory shrub or small tree up to 20' high with a spreading loosely branched crown, often multiple stems at the base. Brown bark with elongate silvery corky projections (Caution: native plums or cherries have a similar bark). Female and male plants. Branches: Cut branch exposes yellow sapwood and orange heartwood. Twigs often end in stout thorns. Leaves: Alternate, sometimes opposite; broadly elliptic pointed at the tip, smooth, dark glossy and small-toothed. leaves stay green late into fall. Flowers: Inconspicuous, appear in Mayor June, clustered in the axils of leaves. Fruit: Clusters of black 1/4 inch fruit ripen on female plants in August and September. Seeds are viable for 2 - 3 years in the soil. Roots: Extensive fibrous root system. Ecological Threat: . Aggressively Invades oak forests, savannas, prairies and riparian woods, completely eliminating native plant diversity in the understory over time. It thrives particularly on well-drained soils. . Plants leaf out early and retain leaves late into the fall creating dense shade. . Seeds have laxative effect on birds who disperse them. . Introduced to North America as ornamental shrubs. . Common buckthorn Is on the MDA Restricted noxious weeds list in Minnesota. Control Methods: Mechanical hllp:ll\\ ww.dnr. state. mn. us/in vasi ves/terrestria I plants/woody Icommon buckthom.h tOll 5/29/2009 Common buckthorn - Invasive species: Minnesota DNR Page 2 of2 Prescribed fire for seedlings Pulling in small infestations (weed wrench) Chemical Cut-stump treatment with glyphosate; cut-stump or basal bark spray treatment around the stem with triclopyr Minnesota Conservation Volunteer magazine article The Trouble With Backyard Buckthorn httn-/Iu.r",rul nnr ,=t~lp mn 11(;'/in"~ci""'\:/tprT'p,,tl'"i~lnl~n,cI\lln('\ri\!l('ntT1mnnhll(.1rthnrn him! ,/?O/?11110 tluckthom: What you can do! - Invasive species: Minnesota DNR Page I of3 What you can do to control buckthorn! Controlling seedlings or small buckthorn plants For individual plants If less than 3/8 inch in diameter, remove by hand. Small seedlings can be pulled and will not re-sprout. If greater than 3/8 inch, use a hand tool that pulls the shrub out, such as a "Weed Wrench" or "Root Talon". The "Weed Wrench" comes in four different sizes and will remove buckthorn stems up to 2.S inches in diameter. Removing by hand is easier if the soil is moist. Before you pull or dig buckthorn out of your soil, Contact Gopher State One Call (1-800-252-1166) to ensure there are no buried utilities in the area. If pulling individual plants is impractical Spray foliage of short buckthorn or seedlings with a herbicide. Glyphosate (one brand name is Roundup) will kill all actively growing vegetation on which it is sprayed. Triclopyr will kill broad leaf plants and will not harm grasses when applied properly. Controlling large buckthorn Buckthorn plants that are two inches in diameter or larger, are best controlled by cutting the stem at the soil surface and then cover or treat the stump to prevent re- sprouting. This can be effectively done with hand tools (for a few plants), chain saws or brush cutters. If only cutting a few stumps they can be covered with a tin can or black plastic to prevent re-sprouting. Otherwise, stumps should be treated immediately after cutting (within 2 hours) with a herbicide containing Triclopyr (such as Ortho Brush-B-Gon or Garlon 3A or 4) or Glyphosate (Roundup) to prevent re- sprouting. The best time to cut and chemically treat the stumps is in late summer and throughout the fall. Herbicides can be applied to cut stumps with a paint-brush, wick applicator [ill] or a low volume sprayer. When using water-soluble herbicide products like Ortho Brush-B- Gon, Garlon 3A, or any of the Glyphosate products, treat only the cut surface. When using oil-based products like Garlon 4, treat the cut surface and the remaining bark to the ground line. In cases where more than a few plants are treated, add an indicator dye (available where pesticides are sold) to the herbicide to mark cut hnp:/ /www.dnr.stale.mn.us/invasives/terrestrialplants/woody!buckthom/control.html 5/29/2009 l::luckthom: What you can do! - Invasive species: Minnesota DNR Page 2 of3 stumps you have sprayed. Colored flags can also help mark cut stumps. When buckthorn is cut, the stumps are easily covered and lost under cut brush. For basal stem treatment, a method that applies chemical through the bark, low volume spray applications can be made with Garlon 4 and similar oil-based products. This application method uses Triclopyr ester mixed with an oil diluent ( i.e. Bark Oil Blue, kerosene or diesel oil) applied directly to the bark of buckthorn from the root collar up about 12-18 inches. This treatment works best on stems less than 2-3 inches in diameter. An ultra low volume spray wand should be used to minimize herbicide use and reduce the potential for non-target injury. Buckthorn treated in this fashion can be left standing or cut at a later date. Note: Buckthorn seeds in the soil can remain viable for up to five years. Follow- up control of seedlings that emerge after Initial control efforts is important on all sites. With no fOllow-up control, buckthorn will come back. Fire offers a long-term management option in grassland or savanna cover-types. Burning will need to be done every two to three years. If burning is not an option, a follow up treatment of the seedlings (pulling or spraying) is needed. After buckthorn control, many sites may require replanting of desirable tree, shrub, and herbaceous species. A resource that may help you to find the right plants for your location is a multimedia CD program called Restore Your Shore. Herbicides to Control Buckthorn Trade Name Chemical Concentration Use Name Ortho Brush-B-Gon Triciopyr Premixed at 8% Cut stump amine Ferti-Lome Brush Killer and Triciopyr Premixed at 8.8% Cut stump Stump Killer amine Garlon 3A Triciopyr 25-50% solution with water Cut stump amine Garlon 4 Triciopyr ester 1 part Garlon 4 and 3 parts Cut stump or bark oil/diluent basal bark Roundup, Rodeo, Accord, Glyphosate 25-50% solution with water Cut stump Etc. Always read and follow the instructions and precautions on the herbicide label. Reference to chemical brand names in this column does not imply endorsement of those h IIp:/ /www.dnr.state.mn.us/invasives/tcrrestrialplants/woody/buckthorn/control.htm I 5/29/2009 I::luckthom: What you can do! - Invasive species: Minnesota DNR Page 3 of3 products. The herbicides listed in this article may be available under other brand names with the same active ingredient that are equally effective. 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Use pruners or a hand saw to remove the upper portion of any larger buckthorn. Please Note: Do not cut buckthorn within 4 hours of raining. The following spray method will not have time to be effective. 2. Areas should be cleared of buckthorn brush when cut to remove any berries that may be on the brush and to make the spraying easier. 3. Use the stronger formulation of Roundup (25% concentration). Spray this undiluted concentrate directly onto cut stumps making sure to spray all sides of the bark area on the stump as well. This stump treatment must be applied within 24 hours after cutting and when temperatures are above freezing between June 1st and March 15th. 4. Note: This method of removal may also be used to remove other woody invasive species such as Tartarian Honeysuckle or Mulberry. The last step in removal of buckthorn is to prevent it's return to avoid the process again! Reasonably high success can be accomplished with the above methods, but we need to be diligent about checking the area for new seedlings and removing them as done previously. Each buckthorn berry contains 3-4 seeds. Seedlings may appear In the area where a stump was removed or treated for several years after. However, the battle can be won if we persist with our efforts. 1.........11___._.. L _ _T.... _n _1_n .1. _ _._ :.. _ _ _n. ,_ _.._ 11':___ fL.. .1_..1. . .... I. ".u 1 t:/""t\I""f\f\f\ ~