2012 Rural Roadside Vegetation Control Program
The Rural Roadside Vegetation Control Program will begin May 15, 2012 (weather permitting).
This program will help Strathcona County keep roadsides clear of weeds and brush, while reducing the use of herbicides.
Keeping rural roadsides free of noxious weeds and brush:
- improves visibility at intersections
- improves visibility along the roadside making it easier to see any wildlife
- improves drainage
- controls noxious weeds
- makes it easier to clear the roads of snow
In all country residential subdivisions, herbicide will be applied by the spot spray method on noxious weeds and brush under two metres, as required.
Landowner Option Program
If rural residents do not want to have herbicide used in front of their property they have the option to control vegetation adjacent to their property themselves, rather than having it done by County staff.
Residents' comments and questions are welcome.
Further information
Transportation and Agriculture Services
780-417-7100 (24-hour)
transportationandagriculture@strathcona.ab.ca
Last updated: Wednesday, February 22, 2012
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