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INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT
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MEETING AGENDA
TUESDAY, JUNE 16TH, 2020 — 3:00 P.M.
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I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Item A. Schedule Conflict for the 23i° meeting
IV. PUBLIC INPUT
v. NEW BUSINESS
Item A. Review of the Third IPM Plan Draft
Item B. Chemical Control Methodology Discussion
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VIII. STAFF MATTERS
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Aqenda Item Title
Recommendation
Backqround:
IPM SUB -COMMITTEE
AGENDA TRANSMITTAL FORM
June 16th, 2020
V. NEW BUSINESS
Item A. Review of the Third IPM Plan Draft
Submitted for Committee Member review and discussion
If Aqenda Item Requires Expenditure of Funds:
Total Cost: n/a
Attachments: Revised Third Draft of IPM Plan
TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. INTRODUCTION
Scope
IPM Sub -Committee
IPM Coordinator
IPM Plan
Goals
IPM Program
Community IPM Cycle
Standard Operating Procedures
II. ATHLETIC PARKS
Overview
Common Pests
Non -Chemical Methods
III. ACTIVE PARKS
Overview
Common Pests
Non -Chemical Methods
IV. PASSIVE PARKS
Overview
Common Pests
Non -Chemical Methods
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V. FURTHER NON -CHEMICAL RECOMENDATIONS
Method Recommendations 18
VI. CHEMICAL METHODOLOGY
The Last IPM Tool 19
Frequency 19
VII. DATA MANAGEMENT
Data Recording & Collection 21
Annual Report 21
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VIII. APPENDIX
Appendix A: R-00-00
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Appendix B: Contractor Agreement
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Appendix C: City Fertilizer Ordinance
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Appendix D: Field Inspection Data Sheet
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Appendix E: Chemical Application Record Sheet
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Appendix F: Wavier Form for Restricted Chemicals
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Appendix G: Chemical Labels and SDS Sheets
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Appendix H: Glossary of Terms
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INDEX OF FIGURES
Figure 1: Map of the City Parks and Properties 4
Figure 2: Diagram of the Community IPM Cycle 9
Figure 3: Park Classification 10
Figure 4: Chemical Characteristics Spreadsheet 20
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I. INTRODUCTION
Scope
The City of Sebastian's Leisure Services Department is the steward of over 300 acres of
land at more than 25 locations, including community parks, city grounds, street
medians, pathways, and sports facilities. Large park areas comprise 280 acres of the
properties. Within the City's parks there are: 10 tennis courts, 11 playgrounds, 8 pickle
ball courts, 4 basketball courts, 3 football/soccer fields, 5 baseball/softball fields, 3
volleyball courts, a dog park, a splash pad, and a skate park. This plan will not cover
any of the ponds, canals, and ditches within these properties. These features are
managed collectively by the City's Stormwater Department and will be addressed with
a separate IPM Plan. The park lands offer a large array of recreation and enrichment
opportunities for people of all ages.
The City's Municipal Cemetery is managed by the Public Facilities Department. The 11
acre property consists primarily of sodded groundcover and is subject to frequent foot
traffic, beyond its roads and paths. Therefore, for the purposes of controlling pests on
the property, the cemetery will be included into the Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
Plan as a part of the City parks and properties (Figure 1).
The Leisure Services and Public Facilities Departments are charged with maintaining
these diverse landscapes in a safe, attractive, healthy, and useful condition. These
properties represent a major component of the City's capital assets and the City
recognizes its responsibility to its employees, park users, and the general public, and
seeks to employ the highest professional standards in the performance of its duties. To
best manage pests on City properties, City staff and contractors will continue utilizing
the principles of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) through the implementation of an
IPM Plan.
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IPM Sub -Committee
In February of 2020, the IPM Sub -Committee was formed to assist City staff in the
development of an Integrated Pest Management Plan for the City of Sebastian's parks
and properties. The sub -committee is to be comprised of the Leisure Services Director,
IPM Coordinator, three Natural Resource Board Members, and two local scientific
consultants.
The role of the IPM Sub -Committee is to assist in the development of a cohesive IPM
Plan, advise on pest management issues, and evaluate the City's progress towards the
goals of the IPM Plan. The Sub -Committee will review and approve the annual IPM
report before it is presented to City Council. As part of the annual review, Sub -
Committee Members will evaluate the current techniques and products to ensure they
are based on the best available technologies and scientific information available.
Recommendations will be made regarding changes to the annual reporting process
and the IPM Plan document.
In the development of the initial IPM Plan, the IPM Sub -Committee will meet weekly.
Following adoption of the final IPM Plan by City Council, the committee will meet
annually, unless more frequent meetings are needed, as determined by staff. All IPM
Sub -Committee meetings will be held in compliance with Florida's Sunshine Laws, with
public notice, posted agenda, and minutes taken by a recording secretary.
The IPM Coordinator will lead the creation and implementation of the IPM Plan, which
will apply to the City's pest management activities on all of its parks and properties. The
IPM Coordinator's responsibilities, will also include the following:
■ Serve as liaison to IPM Sub -Committee
■ Monitor that City staff are adhering to the IPM Plan Standard Operating
Procedures
■ Maintenance of accurate records on IPM implementation and use
■ Keep records of staff training in Green Business Best Management Practices and
staff pesticide applicator certification
■ Assure the inclusion of City IPM policies and practices in any applicable third
party contracts or purchase orders for pest management
■ Implement outreach efforts and maintain City's IPM Website.
The IPM Coordinator will prepare an annual report of the City's IPM activities, which will
be reviewed each March, by the IPM Sub -Committee and Leisure Services Director in
an effort to assess the effectiveness of pest control methods, feasibility of new methods
and technologies, and decide whether revision of the IPM Plan is required.
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IPM Plan
For the purposes of this plan, a pest may be any plant (weed), vertebrate (bird, rodent,
or other mammal), invertebrate (insect, tick, mite, or snail), nematode, or pathogen
(bacteria, virus, or fungus), which may cause disease, inflict damage, or out -compete
the more desirable species for an area. In addition, a pest may be aesthetically
undesired, or threaten to impact human/animal health.
The City adopts the following IPM definition as established by the City's IPM
Sub -Committee:
"To promote the most sustainable pest management methods, based on
planning and prevention; which aim to minimize risks to human and
environmental health through the limited use of chemicals, while also
remaining economically feasible."
■ Protect environmental quality by reducing the amount of pollutants entering
surface and ground water and minimizing effects on native plants, animals and
habitats
■ Ensure effective, economic pest management on City property, while minimizing
health risks to the public, City staff, and the environment
■ Promote the transparency of the City's pest management activities
■ Increase public awareness of IPM methods and benefits
IPM Program
IPM Policy. The IPM plan, as well as future modifications or amendments will be
reviewed and voted on by the IPM Sub -Committee and presented to City Council for
final approval. The plan will then be incorporated as City policy through the adoption
of Resolution R-00-00 by City Council (Appendix A).
IPM Program Coordination. The Leisure Services Director and the IPM Coordinator are
responsible for coordinating, tracking, and reporting the implementation of the City's
IPM Program.
Tracking Pesticide Use. City Staff and Contractors conducting pest management
activities within City parks and properties are required to record thorough field data.
The IPM Coordinator is responsible for maintaining accurate records of pesticide use
and non -chemical methods utilized that are accessible for reference. All records will be
retained for 1 year and stored on the City's Laser fiche system indefinitely.
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Staff Training. All City employees who, within the scope of their duties, apply or use
pesticides will be trained on the City's IPM Policies as well as proper chemical storage
and use of personal protective equipment (PPE). An certification course on Green
Business Best Management Practices will be provided through partnership with the
University of Florida Indian River County Extension Office as needed. The training sessions
are coordinated by the Human Resources Director, who will track employees'
attendance and submit to IPM Coordinator to ensure all City field staff hold an active
certification.
Licensed Applicators. At all times a minimum of 2 City staff members must be state
certified pesticide applicators. The Human Resources Director and IPM Coordinator will
keep a copy of all staff certifications on file.
Information Resources for Staff. The IPM coordinator will act as a resource for City staff
to help identify new pests and pest related concerns, and to assist in determining the
best course of action consistent with the established IPM SOPS. The IPM Coordinator will
also seek out and provide access to expert resources when needed.
Public Outreach. Public outreach efforts will include distribution of information, either
created internally, or obtained through partnership with local and state government
agencies. The IPM Coordinator will coordinate and keep records of the following:
• A City webpage where the public may obtain information on IPM techniques,
view the City's IPM Plan, annual IPM reports, IPM Sub -Committee minutes, and
pest management treatment records.
• The City's efforts to promote the reduction of urban pesticide use through social
media, the City's website, print and television media.
• The City's outreach to pest control operators (PCO's) and landscapers.
• Distribution of IPM information and resources at public outreach and community
events.
• IPM information distributed to residents through the "New Homeowner Folders"
during the final planning and zoning inspection.
• Updates and status reports following the annual report and as requested by City
officials.
Contract Provisions. The Procurement Coordinator will review contract provisions and/or
amendment(s) to agreements that provide pest management services within city
maintained parks, properties and facilities covered under this IPM Plan. All such
contractors shall be required to review and sign the "contractor agreement" (Appendix
B). Contract work will be monitored to ensure that City IPM policies and practices are
adhered to by all contractors performing pest management work.
Regulatory Reporting. The IPM Coordinator will handle reporting to regulatory agencies,
which credit the adoption of an IPM Plan as a Best Management Practice (BMP).
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• Incorporate the IPM Plan into the NPDES MS4 Cycle 4, Year 2 Annual Report
(September, 2022) and the Cycle 5 NOI (September, 2024) as a new BMP for
Element 6: Pollution Prevention/ Good Housekeeping.
• Add as new project and update through the statewide Basin Management
Action Plan (BMAP) annual report on water quality projects.
• Add as new activity and provide update to the Indian River Lagoon Council for
the Indian River Lagoon Comprehensive Conservation and Management Plan
(CCMP) annual report on lagoon -related accomplishments.
Community IPM Cycle
This established cycle (Figure 2) will serve as the guideline for IPM Plan development
and is based on planning and prevention, with the use of chemicals as the last resort for
pest control.
1. Inspection and Monitoring: Staff routinely scouts the landscapes and buildings to
locate pests. Pest populations are monitored by visual checks and traps.
2. Identification: Pests must be identified to the exact species. Life history attributes
are to be known for each species. This step is key to effective treatment.
3. Planning: The focus is on prevention- what it takes to keep pests out. Determine
what action is needed and whether a threshold has been crossed. Proper
techniques and timing are for required management.
4. Implement Strategy: All pest management strategies are classified as biological,
cultural, mechanical, or chemical. All methods are combined to maintain pests
at acceptable thresholds.
• Biological Control: enhances natural enemy populations by creating
habitat or adding populations
• Cultural Control: Disrupts the pest's environment by removing pest
attractants or utilizing pest resistant variety of desired species
• Mechanical: Creates physical barrier to pest entry
• Chemical Control: the last tool in the IPM toolbox, the goal is evaluate
costs and benefits to choose the least -toxic and most feasible option
available that will do the job.
5. Record Keeping: Accurate record keeping is essential to a successful IPM
program. Data must be kept on control methods implemented, chemical usage
by staff, and purchase orders. Determine if control methods were effective by
knowing what has changed through trap counts and observation.
6. Evaluate Effectiveness: Document if the treatments met expectations. Have all
actions been in compliance with the City's IPM Standard Operating Procedures
(SOPS)? Assess what was learned and determine whether the plan needs revised.
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Standard Operating Procedures
When selecting and implementing a pest management strategy, from this plan, the
following will be considered:
Site Factors. Use and function of the landscape.
• Considering the use and function of the landscape, parks are divided into three
functional categories (Figure 3) in which the action threshold and methods are
decided:
➢ Passive: neighborhood parks which can more likely be maintained with a
natural approach. Some of these parks have playgrounds, which will
need to be assessed regularly.
➢ Active: do not contain Bermuda turf, and receive the most activity on a
daily basis. They need to be treated proactively, due to the number of
park patrons on a daily basis and the nature of the activities that take
place.
➢ Athletic: turf grass must be maintained to a higher standard to ensure the
playability and safety of the participants. Proactive treatments are
necessary in order to provide the standard of care that is required.
• Erosion and runoff potential of site
• Presence of surface water
Figure 3: Parks and Properties by Classification
Easy Street Park
Riverview Park
Filbert Park
Schumann Park
Bryant Park
Hardee Park
Periwinkle Park
Friendship Park
Cheltenham Park
Bark Park
Yacht Club
Pickleball Complex
Community Center Barber St. Common Areas
Kildaire Park
Cemetery
Historical Park
George Street Park
Blossom Park
Garden Club Park
Main St. Boat Ramp Barber Street Complex
Stormwater Park Friendship Park Field
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Health and Safety Concerns. Potential effects on City staff and park visitors.
• Toxicological properties and potential health effects of materials or methods
• Equipment operation safety issues
• Staff safety and injury concerns
Environmental Considerations. Protection of native plants, animals and pollinators.
• Consider toxicity or potential harm caused by the method to non -target
organisms and habitat.
• Potential for bioaccumulation of materials within soils and groundwater
• Know if there is potential for negative effects from any pest control method or
lack thereof on any federally or state protected species that may be in the area
• Be aware of any nesting birds in the area and potential affects the method may
cause
• Understand the effects the method may have on pollinators
• The effects of reduced control of invasive plants or pests to native biodiversity.
Costs. Both short and long term costs, as they relate to:
• Costs of the material or method
• Application and labor costs
• Effectiveness and duration of effects on pest populations
• Overall feasibility
Product Characteristics. Specific product features
• Possible residual effect and decomposition products
• Volatility and flammability
• Product formulation, recommended dilution and package size
• Leachability and solubility
• Equipment cleaning consideration before and after use
• Potential synergistic effects of pesticide combinations
Other Factors. Additional factors relevant to the selection
• Special equipment or storage required for method
• Method of delivery
• Chemical application must adhere to the standards of the City's Fertilizer
Ordinance Ch.50 Sec.50-5 (Appendix C)
• How all criteria may be affected by weather conditions
• Previous pesticide applications on site and interval between treatments
• Chemical application set -backs from slopes along waterways
• Possibility of pest resistance
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II. Athletic Parks
Overview
At approximately 25 acres, athletic parks are the smallest size -wise of the City's park
classifications. However, these parks arguably hold the most importance for its visitors
and the community. The City's athletic parks host hundreds of sporting events each
year. Athletic facilities play a major role in the physical, mental, and social well-being of
all age groups. Youth are provided the opportunities to improve their confidence, self-
esteem, and mental alertness. Adults are given a chance to become more physically
active and socialize. Our athletic facilities promote a sense of community and prove
safe spaces for our park patrons. Friendship Park and the Barber Street Sports Complex
are the only parks classified as "athletic parks."
On athletic fields, Bermuda Turf is the dominant groundcover and it must be maintained
to a higher standard than other parks and public areas to ensure the playability and
safety of the participants. Proactive pest treatments are necessary in order to provide
the standard of care that is required. Therefore, the tolerance threshold for pest activity,
before action is taken is considered low.
Common Pests
Bermuda Turf is associated with its own unique assortment of animal and plant pests.
These include, but are not limited to:
• Insects: Fire Ants, Sod Webworms, Mole Crickets, Japanese Beetle Grubs, Cut
Worms
• Vertebrates: Mice, Moles
• Weeds: Broadleaf Weeds, Signal Grass, Goose Grass, Crab Grass, Dollar Weed,
Pennywort, Torpedo Grass, Sedges
Non -Chemical Methods
Maintaining the vigor and health of a groundcover is the focus to preventing damage
from insects, weeds, and disease. Understanding the biological needs and growth of
Bermuda Turf groundcover is essential to reducing the use of chemical pest control
methods. In order to prevent pests, the following cultural and mechanical methods will
be conducted routinely as part of standard proactive park maintenance procedures
within the City's athletic parks:
• Maintain healthy soils. Florida soils are very sandy and well -drained. Amending
with organic material and microorganisms can increase water -holding capacity
and reduce the need for fertilizers. Seasonal testing of pH and nutrient levels are
integral to making the best decisions regarding soil management.
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• Irrigate uniformly and efficiently. Maintain efficient irrigation equipment and
schedule irrigation in correlation with weather conditions and temporal
requirements of the groundcover. Water should be uniformly distributed.
Conduct regular water audits to ensure systems are not leaking and the pressure,
alignment, and distribution of the heads are correct.
• Fertilize properly. Annual testing of the soil should be conducted to ensure that
the proper nutrients are being added. The addition of micro -nutrients at the
appropriate time of the year will enhance the root system. Fertilization activities
must be in compliance with City Ordinance Ch.50 Sec.50-5 (Appendix C)
• Aerate regularly. Compacted soils can inhibit water, air, and nutrient infiltration.
Compacted soil also is more susceptible to weed invasion. Aeration of ground
covered area receiving the most traffic creates pores in the root zone for air,
water, and nutrient uptake that facilitate root growth. Often aeration is
combined with a compost top dressing for maximum results.
• Mow at correct height. Mowing at the incorrect height for the groundcover
species can thin out and starve the grass, or encourage the build-up of thatch.
Bermuda Turf is to be mowed at 1 " height. Mowing is conducted often enough
so that no more than 1/3 of the leaf height is cut.
• Always mow with sharp blades. Dull mower blades cause uneven cutting and
weaken the grass blades. The City owns its own blade sharpener and all mowing
blades are sharpened as needed.
• Tool Sanitation. Pests can easily spread among sites by hitchhiking on un -
sanitized lawn equipment. Cleaning the mower and all landscape tools between
areas minimizes pest transport. In addition, separate mowers are used for
Bermuda Turf than is used on the St. Augustine common areas.
• Verticutting. Thatch buildup can impede air and water infiltration, much like
compaction. Verticutting allows the grass to absorb nutrients and moisture more
efficiently by ensuring that all the moisture is absorbed by the fresh, young
blades of grass instead of the thatch.
• Over Seeding. The appearance and/or removal of pests as well as extensive
drought conditions often leave open patches of disturbed soil behind, which are
favored habitat for many weeds. Broadcasting Rye Grass seeds over Bermuda
Turf will fill in these areas and prevent weed infiltration, while enhancing the
greenness and overall aesthetics of turf areas.
• Mulching. To prevent weeds and promote water retainment, mulch has been
amended to areas surrounding some of the trees and shrubs bordering athletic
parks. The mulched areas will be amended annually, as needed to maintain its
effectiveness.
• Infield Dragger. A wide row of metal spikes, attached to a tractor is routinely
dragged along the baselines and infield of baseball and softball fields. This levels
the ground for running and prevents infiltration of groundcover and weeds.
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III. Active Parks
Overview
Active Parks are parks that do not contain Bermuda turf, and receive the most activity
on a daily basis. Active parks feature open grassed areas for play, paths for walking
and playgrounds. Predominantly, the groundcover in these parks is St. Augustine, and
occasionally Bahia grass. Depending on the pest, active parks also need to be treated
proactively, due to the number of park patrons they receive on a daily basis and the
nature of the activities that take place.
The City's active parks include: Riverview Park Complex, Schumann Park, Hardee Park,
Friendship Park, Bark Park, the Pickleball Complex, Barber Street Park common areas,
and the cemetery property. Groundcover in these parks does not have to be
maintained to as high a standard as on athletic fields, as playability is not a factor.
However safety must be maintained throughout the park, therefore, the tolerance
threshold for pest activity, before action is taken is considered moderate.
Common Pests
The common park areas of active parks have fewer pests that would require treatment
and for most of them the tolerance threshold is quite high. These include, but are not
limited to:
• Insects: Fire Ants, Mole Crickets
• Vertebrates: Mice, Moles
• Weeds: Broadleaf Weeds, Signal Grass, Dollar Weed,
Non -Chemical Methods
Similar to the Athletic parks, maintaining healthy groundcover is key to preventing
damage from insects, weeds, and disease. Understanding the biological needs and
growth of St. Augustine groundcover is essential to reducing the use of chemical pest
control methods. However, optimum health is not required, as pest tolerance thresholds
are much higher. Therefore, in order to prevent pests, the following cultural and
mechanical methods will be conducted as needed, as part of the selective
maintenance of the City's active parks:
• Maintain healthy soils. Florida soils are very sandy and well -drained. Amending
with organic material and microorganisms can increase water -holding capacity
and reduce the need for fertilizers. Seasonal testing of pH and nutrient levels are
integral to making the best decisions regarding soil management.
• Irrigate uniformly and efficiently. Maintain efficient irrigation equipment and
schedule irrigation in correlation with weather conditions and temporal
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requirements of the groundcover. Water should be uniformly distributed.
Conduct regular water audits to ensure systems are not leaking and the pressure,
alignment, and distribution of the heads are correct.
• Fertilize properly. Annual testing of the soil should be conducted to ensure that
the proper nutrients are being added. The addition of micro -nutrients at the
appropriate time of the year will enhance the root system. Fertilization activities
must be in compliance with City Ordinance Ch.50 Sec.50-5 (Appendix C)
• Mow at correct height. Mowing at the incorrect height for the groundcover
species can thin out and starve the grass, or encourage the build-up of thatch.
St. Augustine is to be mowed at 3-5" height, depending on the season. Mowing is
conducted often enough so that no more than 1/3 of the leaf height is cut.
• Always mow with sharp blades. Dull mower blades cause uneven cutting and
weaken the grass blades. The City owns its own blade sharpener and all mowing
blades are sharpened as needed.
• Tool Sanitation. Pests can easily spread among sites by hitchhiking on un -
sanitized lawn equipment. Cleaning the mower and all landscape tools between
areas minimizes pest transport. In addition, separate mowers are used for
Bermuda Turf than is used on St. Augustine.
• Over Seeding. The appearance and/or removal of pests as well as extensive
drought conditions often leave open patches of disturbed soil behind, which are
favored habitat for many weeds. Broadcasting Rye Grass seeds over sparse
groundcover areas in Riverview Park will fill in these areas and prevent weed
infiltration, while enhancing the greenness and overall aesthetics of grassed
areas.
• Mulching. To prevent weeds and reduce water requirements, mulch has been
amended to areas surrounding some of the trees and shrubs bordering athletic
parks. The mulched areas will be amended annually, as needed to maintain its
effectiveness.
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IV. Passive Parks
Overview
Passive Parks do not contain Bermuda turf, and receive the least activity on a daily
basis. Passive parks do not feature larger open grassed areas for play. Traffic is primarily
on pathways and playgrounds. Predominantly, the groundcover in these parks is St.
Augustine, and occasionally Bahia grass. Depending on the pest, passive parks may not
require proactive treatments.
The City's passive parks include: Easy Street Park, Historical Park, Kildaire Park, Filbert
park, Bryant Park, George St. Park, Periwinkle Park, Blossom Street Park, Cheltenham
Lake Park, Main Street Boat Ramp, Garden Club Park, Yacht Club, Community Center,
Stormwater Park, and 5 miles of road medians (Schummann, USI) and 512 intersections.
Groundcover in these parks does not have to be maintained to as high a standard as
on athletic fields or active parks, as playability is also not a factor. Safety of turf is not a
concern beyond the immediate trail areas and playgrounds. Therefore, the tolerance
threshold for pest activity, before action is required is considered high.
Common Pests
The common park areas of passive parks have fewer pests that would require
treatment and for most of them the tolerance threshold is very high. These include, but
are not limited to:
• Insects: Fire Ants,
• Vertebrates: Mice, Moles
Non -Chemical Methods
Similar to the athletic and active parks, maintaining healthy groundcover is key to
preventing damage from insects, weeds, and disease. Understanding the biological
needs and growth of St. Augustine and Bahia groundcover is essential to reducing the
use of chemical pest control methods. However, optimum health is not required, as pest
tolerance thresholds are much higher. Therefore, in order to prevent pests, the following
cultural and mechanical methods will be conducted occassionallv, as part of the
reactive maintenance of the City's passive parks:
• Maintain healthy soils. Florida soils are very sandy and well -drained. Amending
with organic material and microorganisms can increase water -holding capacity
and reduce the need for fertilizers. Seasonal testing of pH and nutrient levels are
integral to making the best decisions regarding soil management.
• Irrigate uniformly and efficiently. Maintain efficient irrigation equipment and
schedule irrigation in correlation with weather conditions and temporal
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requirements of the groundcover. Water should be uniformly distributed.
Conduct regular water audits to ensure systems are not leaking and the pressure,
alignment, and distribution of the heads are correct.
• Fertilize properly. Annual testing of the soil should be conducted to ensure that
the proper nutrients are being added. The addition of micro -nutrients at the
appropriate time of the year will enhance the root system. Fertilization activities
must be in compliance with City Ordinance Ch.50 Sec.50-5 (Appendix C)
• Mow at correct height. Mowing at the incorrect height for the groundcover
species can thin out and starve the grass, or encourage the build-up of thatch.
St. Augustine is to be mowed at 3-5" height, depending on the season. Mowing is
conducted often enough so that no more than 1/3 of the leaf height is cut.
• Always mow with sharp blades. Dull mower blades cause uneven cutting and
weaken the grass blades. The City owns its own blade sharpener and all mowing
blades are sharpened as needed.
• Tool Sanitation. Pests can easily spread among sites by hitchhiking on un -
sanitized lawn equipment. Cleaning the mower and all landscape tools between
areas minimizes pest transport. In addition, separate mowers are used for
Bermuda Turf than is used on St. Augustine.
• Mulching. To prevent weeds and reduce water requirements, mulch has been
amended to areas surrounding some of the trees and shrubs bordering athletic
parks. The mulched areas will be amended annually, as needed to maintain its
effectiveness.
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V. FURTHER NON -CHEMICAL RECOMMENDATIONS
In addition to the cultural and mechanical pest control methods currently being
implemented within the City's parks and properties, observations of the areas
prompted the following recommendations for future consideration:
• Updated Chemical Application Equipment. In order to adhere to the label
requirements for pesticide application equipment must be carefully calibrated
and maintained. Over time and with continual use, chemicals can erode parts
of the equipment. Nozzles can deteriorate and triggers can become loose. This
can result in a drastic, unintended increase in application rates. Updated
motorized equipment cleans more efficiently, calibrates and hold calibration
more accurately, and deteriorated parts can be easily replaced.
• Warning Track. Replacing a wide strip of the turf that is closest to the back fence
of the baseball/softball fields with rocks or other material will further decrease
the amount of turf grass that needs to be maintained. Also of importance, the
change in terrain serves as a "warning" for fielders trying to make a deep catch
that they are running out of room, without having to take their eye off of the
ball. For maintenance, it is simply dragged regularly, just like the baselines, to
prevent turf grass or weed infiltration.
• Concrete Platforms. Weeds are a continual problem underneath sports
bleachers, park benches, and trash cans. These areas cannot be mowed and it
is difficult or even impossible to use a weed eater around. Chemical control
becomes the most feasible option. Installing a concrete platform under these
features will pay off through the reduction of staff hours and chemical use, as
well as increase the parks' aesthetics.
• Trees. Trees enhance the shade and comfort for spectators, provide wildlife
habitat, and shade groundcover, reducing water requirements. While no trees
should be placed on or in proximity to athletic fields, still there are many spaces
for the addition of trees within the general park areas. Trees will also enhance
the safety of playgrounds as they shade the equipment from the Florida sun. The
addition of trees will also enhance the aesthetic of the parks overall.
• Extended Mulching. Currently, the mulched areas in these parks are minimal.
Enlarging the mulched areas, by grouping trees into large landscaped islands
will reduce the amount groundcover that needs maintained.
• Habitat for Beneficials. Many Bermuda Turf pests have natural predators, which
can be attracted to the athletic field by installing landscape beds of native
flowering annuals and perennials along the edges of the general park areas.
The addition of owl and bat boxes around the perimeter of these parks will help
to control moles, voles, and other rodents.
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VI. CHEMICAL METHODOLOGY
The Last IPM Tool
Integrated Pest Management Plan
nowhere near complete
Chemical Controls should only be used when biological, mechanical, and cultural
control methods are unavailable, impractical, ineffective, or will not reduce pest
populations below tolerance thresholds.
Restricted Chemicals
It is not advisable to prohibit the use of any IPM Method. Unforeseeable conditions may
arise in which City staff is limited in what will be effective at reducing pest populations.
However, a list of restricted chemicals has been developed based on the active
ingredient, % active ingredient, labeled hazard level, and environmental and/or human
health concerns. Methods on this list are to be avoided at all costs. These sre only to be
utilized to restore pest populations to a tolerance threshold to a level at which it can be
managed by preferred methods. Before use of a restricted chemical, a "Restricted
Chemical Wavier Form" (Appendix F) must be completed by staff and submitted to the
IPM Coordinator and City Manager for signed approval.
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Figure 4: Chemical Characteristics Spreadsheet
Advion Fire Ant Insecticide 1DO-1481
Bait
Dimension 2EW
Pre Emergent Herbicide 62719-542
Liquid
Eco Might WOW Herbicide Exempt
Indoxacarb .1345% Cc UaOn
Dithiopyr 24% Warning
Peppermint Oil 4.5%
Potassium Sorbate 3.5%
Sodium Chloride 3.5%
Lesco Crosscheck
0.069% Plus Insecticide 70506-123
&Mini Bifenthrin.059% Caution
Fertilizer (0-0-7 Fertilizer 10404
Mini Fertilizer)
Lesco Crosscheck
$341.60 per
EPA
25 Pounds
NOT ALLOWED Broadleaf Weeds NOT ALLOWED$116.75
COS Use
Insecticide
Parks Product
Bifenthrin 7.9%
Caution
Plus
gallons
10404
Label Hazard
Events) and
Pests Treated by
Herbicide
Cost of
Product Name
Type
Registration
Ingredients)
61887-1
Limitation
Caution
is Permitted
Riverview Park
$59.70 per 1
Quinclorac 8.43%
Mole Crickets, Sod
(For Special
Level
Product
Events) and
Product
Herbicide
2217-930
#
Caution
Type
Athletic Fields
for use
Most Limited
Advion Fire Ant Insecticide 1DO-1481
Bait
Dimension 2EW
Pre Emergent Herbicide 62719-542
Liquid
Eco Might WOW Herbicide Exempt
Indoxacarb .1345% Cc UaOn
Dithiopyr 24% Warning
Peppermint Oil 4.5%
Potassium Sorbate 3.5%
Sodium Chloride 3.5%
Lesco Crosscheck
0.069% Plus Insecticide 70506-123
&Mini Bifenthrin.059% Caution
Fertilizer (0-0-7 Fertilizer 10404
Mini Fertilizer)
Lesco Crosscheck
$341.60 per
279-3206
25 Pounds
NOT ALLOWED Broadleaf Weeds NOT ALLOWED$116.75
per
Insecticide
64 ounces
Bifenthrin 7.9%
Caution
Plus
gallons
10404
Webworms
Events) and
Mansion
Herbicide
228-373
Metsulfuron Methyl 60%
Caution
Orange Guard
Insecticide
61887-1
d-Limonene 5.8%
Caution
Fire Ants, Fleas, Ticks,
Riverview Park
$59.70 per 1
Quinclorac 8.43%
Mole Crickets, Sod
(For Special
gallon
gall
g
Sulfentrazone .69%
Events) and
Q4 Plus
Herbicide
2217-930
Playgrounds Only
Caution
Athletic Fields
2,4-D 11.81% Dicamba
Most Limited
Broadleaf Weeds
Only
ounces
1.49%
Revolver Post
$29.95 per
Least Limited
Ants, Roaches, Fleas
All Parks
Gallon
Herbicide
432-1266
Foramsulfuron 2.34%
Caution
Emergent Liquid
Signal Grass and
$301.44 per
NOT ALLOWED
Speedzone
NOT ALLOWED
2.5 gallons
2,4-D 10.49% Mecoprop-p
Southern Post
Herbicide
2217-835
2.66% Dicamba .67%
Caution
Emergent Liquid
Carfentrazone .54%
87 ounces
TopChoice
Insecticide
432-1217
Fipronil.0143%
Caution
Tribune
Herbicide
100-1390
Diquat 37.3%
Caution
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$341.60 per
Least Limited Fire Ants All Parks
25 Pounds
NOT ALLOWED Broadleaf Weeds NOT ALLOWED$116.75
per
Riverview Park
64 ounces
More Limited
$2,595 per 55
Least Limited All Weeds All Parks
gallons
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Athletic Fields,
Fire Ants, Fleas, Ticks,
Riverview Park
$20.47 per 50
More Limited
Male Crickets, Sod
(For Special
Pounds
Webworms
Events) and
Playgrounds Only
Athletic Fields,
Fire Ants, Fleas, Ticks,
Riverview Park
$59.70 per 1
Most Limited
Mole Crickets, Sod
(For Special
gallon
gall
g
Webworms, Termites
Events) and
Playgrounds Only
Athletic Fields
$37.77 per 2
Most Limited
Broadleaf Weeds
Only
ounces
$29.95 per
Least Limited
Ants, Roaches, Fleas
All Parks
Gallon
Signal Grass and
$301.44 per
NOT ALLOWED
Torpedo Grass
NOT ALLOWED
2.5 gallons
Athletic Fields
$595.000 per
Most Limited
Goose Grass
Only
87 ounces
Broadleaf Weeds,
Athletic Fields and
Surround
$168.38 per
Most Limited
specifically Florida
Common Areas
2.5 gallons
Pusley
On ly
Fire Ants, Fleas, Ticks,
Athletic Fields
$139 per 50
Most Limited
Mole Crickets
Only
Pounds
NOT ALLOWED
Non -Selective
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VII. DATA MANAGEMENT
Data Recording & Collection
Integrated Pest Management Plan
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Inspection and Monitoring. Before chemical control methods are utilized, City staff will
properly identify the pest and record data on population estimates per square foot. The
date, time and location of pest will be recorded as well. The location and extent of turf
damage or abnormalities will be noted as well.
Frequency. Routinely scheduled pesticide applications should be avoided whenever
possible, unless such applications may be reasonably expected to result in an overall
reduction in pesticide use when compared with all other practicable alternatives.
Annual Report
The IPM Coordinator will prepare an annual report of the City's IPM activities, which will
be reviewed, each March, by the IPM Sub -Committee and City staff in an effort to
assess the effectiveness of pest control methods, feasibility of new methods and
technologies, and to decide whether revision of the IPM Plan is required.
The annual report will include the following elements:
• A summary of all field inspection data and chemical application record sheets
• Summarized data presented in tables and graphs to depict trends in usage
• A discussion of all restricted chemical wavier forms submitted
• Pest management challenges reported by staff
• Determine if the results have met expectations, or if the IPM plan requires
modification
• Summary of all public outreach activities conducted and their outcome
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Appendix A: R-00-00
Kim will draft a resolution for City Council to accompany this plan,
which once approved, will incorporate the plan City Policy.
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Appendix B: Contractor Agreement
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CDC*
SER&S-T Administrative Services Department
Procurement Division
1225 Main Street
- Sebastian, FL 32958
HOME OF PELICAN ISLAND (772) 388-8232
IPM PLAN CONTRACTOR AGREEMENT
The Contractor, , hereby agrees to all of the
(Company Name)
following:
• Review and follow the IPM Strategy Method Selection, as listed in the IPM Plan.
• Inform and train employees of the IPM Plan.
• Use only chemicals approved in the IPM Plan, and apply in accordance with
rates/methods on the associating label.
• Notify IPM Coordinator at least three (3) business days before pesticide application.
Provide the location, date and anticipated chemicals being used.
• Report monthlv to the IPM Coordinator with all pesticides used in the City and provide
treatment sheets.
I am a legal agent of the above named company and am fully authorized to sign and bind
the above listed Company to this IPM Plan Contractor.
Print Name: Title:
Signature: Date:
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Appendix C: City Fertilizer Ordinance
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Land Develoament Code City of Sebastian
CH.50 Sec. 50-5. - Florida -friendly fertilizer use on urban landscapes.
(a) Findings. As a result of impairment to the City of Sebastian's surface waters caused by excessive
nutrients, or, as a result of increasing levels of nitrogen in the surface and/or ground water within the
aquifers or springs within the boundaries of the City of Sebastian, the city council has determined
that the use of fertilizers on lands within the City of Sebastian creates a contributing risk that
adversely effects surface and/or ground water.
(b) Purpose and intent. This section regulates the proper use of fertilizers by any applicator; requires
proper training of commercial and institutional fertilizer applicators; establishes training and licensing
requirements; establishes a prohibition application period; specifies allowable fertilizer application
rates and methods, fertilizer -free zones, low maintenance zones, and exemptions. The ordinance
requires the use of Best Management Practices which provide specific management guidelines to
minimize negative secondary and cumulative environmental effects associated with the misuse of
fertilizers. These secondary and cumulative effects have been observed in and on the City of
Sebastian's natural and constructed stormwater conveyances, rivers, creeks, canals, springs, lakes,
estuaries and other water bodies. Collectively, these water bo lies are an asset critical to the
environmental, recreational, cultural and economic well-being of the City of Sebastian's residents
and the health of the public. Overgrowth of algae and vegetation hinder the effectiveness of flood
attenuation provided by natural and constructed stormwater conveyances. Regulation of nutrients,
including both phosphorus and nitrogen contained in fertilizer, will help improve and maintain water
and habitat quality.
(c) Definitions. For this chapter, the following terms shall have the meanings set forth in this section
unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.
"Administrator" means the city manager, or any other city official designated by the city manager.
"Application"or "apply" means the actual physical deposit of fertilizer to turf or landscape plants.
"Applicator" means any person who applies fertilizer on turf and/or landscape plants in the City of
Sebastian.
"Board" or 'governing board" means City Council of the City of Sebastian.
"Best Management Practices" means turf and landscape practices or combinations of practices
based on research, field-testing, and expert review, determined to be the most effective and practicable
on -location means, including economic and technological considerations, for improving water quality,
conserving water supplies and protecting natural resources.
"Commercial fertilizer applicator", except as provided in F.S. § 482.1562(9), means any person who
applies fertilizer for payment or other consideration to property not owned by the person or firm applying
the fertilizer or the employer of the applicator.
"Fertilize"; 'fertilizing" or "fertilization" means the act of applying fertilizer to turf, specialized turf, or
landscape plants.
"Guaranteed analysis" means the percentage of plant nutrients or measures of neutralizing capability
claimed to be present in a fertilizer.
"Institutional applicator" means any person, other than a private, non-commercial or a commercial
applicator (unless such definitions also apply under the circumstances), that applies fertilizer for the
purpose of maintaining turf and/or landscape plants. Institutional applicators shall include, but shall not be
limited to, owners, managers or employees of public lands, schools, parks, religious institutions, utilities,
industrial or business sites and any residential properties maintained in condominium and/or common
ownership.
"Landscape plant" means any native or exotic tree, shrub or groundcover (excluding turf).
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"Low maintenance zone" means an area a minimum of ten feet wide adjacent to water courses
which is planted and managed in order to minimize the need for fertilization, watering, mowing, etc.
"Person" means any natural person, business, corporation, limited liability company, partnership,
limited partnership, association, club, organization, an/or any group of people acting as an organized
entity.
"Prohibited application period" means June 1 through September 30 or the time period during which
a flood watch or warning, or a tropical storm water or warning, or a hurricane watch or warning is in effect
for any portion of the City of Sebastian, issued by the National Weather Service, or if heavy rainfall is
likely.
"Sebastian Approved Management Practices Training Program" means a training program approved
per F.S. § 403.9338, or any more stringent requirements set forth in this Chapter that includes the most
current version of the Florida Department of Environmental Protection's "Florida -Friendly Best
Management Practices for Protection of water Resources by the Green Industries, 2008" as revised and
approved by the administrator.
"Saturated soil" means a soil in which the voids are filled with water. Saturation does not require
flow. For the purpose of this section, soils shall be considered saturated if standing water is present or the
pressure of a person standing on the soil causes the release of free water.
"Slow release", "controlled release", "timed release", "slowly available" or "water insoluble nitrogen"
means nitrogen in a form which delays its availability for plant uptake and use after application, or which
extends its availability to the plant longer than a reference rapid or quick release product.
"Turf" , "sod", or "lawn" means a piece of grass -covered soil held together by the roots of the grass.
"Urban landscape" means pervious areas on residential, commercial, industrial, institutional, highway
right-of-way, or other nonagricultural lands that are planted with turf or horticultural plants. For the
purposes of this section, agriculture has the same meaning as in F.S. § 570.02.
(d) Applicability. This section shall be applicable to and shall regulate all applicators of fertilizer and
areas of application of fertilizer within the City of Sebastian unless such applicator is specifically
exempted by the terms of this section from the regulatory provision of this section. This section shall
be prospective only, and shall not impair any existing contracts.
(e) Timing of fertilizer application. No applicator shall apply fertilizers containing nitrogen and/or
phosphorus to turf and/or landscape plants during the prohibited application period, or to saturated
soils.
(f) Fertilizer free zones. Fertilizer shall not be applied within ten feet of any pond, stream, watercourse,
lake, canal, or wetland as defined by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (Chapter
62-340, Florida Administrative Code) or from the top of a seawall. If more stringent City of Sebastian
Code regulations apply, this provision does not relieve the requirement to adhere to the more
stringent regulations. Newly planted turf and/or landscape plants may be fertilized in this zone only
for a 60 -day period beginning 30 days after planting if need to allow the plants to become well
established. Caution shall be used to prevent direct deposition of nutrients into the water.
(g) Low maintenance zones. A voluntary ten -foot low maintenance zone is strongly recommended, but
not mandated, from any pond, stream, water course, lake, wetland or from the top of a seawall. A
swale/berm system is recommended for installation at the landward edge of this low maintenance
zone to capture and filter runoff. If more stringent City of Sebastian Code regulations apply, this
provision does not relieve the requirement to adhere to the more stringent regulations. No mowed or
cut vegetative material may be deposited or left remaining in this zone or deposited in the water.
Care should be taken to prevent the over -spray of aquatic weed products in this zone.
(h) Fertilizer content and application rates.
(1) No fertilizer containing phosphorous shall be applied to turf or landscape plants in the City of
Sebastian unless a soil or plant tissue deficiency is verified by a University of Florida, Institute of
Food and Agriculture Sciences, approved testing methodology. In the case that a deficiency has
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been verified, the application of a fertilizer containing phosphorous shall be in accordance with
the rates and directions for the Central Region of Florida as provided by Rule 5E-1.003(2),
Florida Administrative Code. Deficiency verification shall be no more than two years old.
However, recent application of compost, manure, or top soil shall warrant more recent testing to
verify current deficiencies.
(2) The nitrogen content of fertilizer applied to turf or landscape plants within the City of Sebastian
shall contain at least 50 percent slow release nitrogen per guaranteed analysis label.
(3) Fertilizers applied to an urban lawn or turf within the City of Sebastian shall be applied in
accordance with requirements and directions set forth on the label or tag for packaged fertilizer
products, or in the printed information accompanying the delivery of bulk fertilizer products, as
provided by Rule 5E-1.003(2), Florida Administrative Code, Labeling Requirements For Urban
Turf Fertilizers. All packaged and bulk fertilizer products sold in the City of Sebastian shall be
sold in packages with labels or tags, or, if sold in bulk, be accompanied by printed information,
which complies with the requirements of Rule 5E-1.003(2), Florida Administrative Code.
(4) Fertilizer containing nitrogen or phosphorus shall not be applied before seeding or sodding a
site, and shall not be applied for the first 30 days after seeding or sodding, except when hydro -
seeding for temporary or permanent erosion control in an emergency situation (wildfire, etc.), or
in accordance with the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan for that site.
(i) Application practices.
(1) Spreader deflector shields are required when fertilizing via rotary (broadcast) spreaders.
Deflectors must be positioned such that fertilizer granules are deflected away from all
impervious surfaces, fertilizer -free zones and water bodies, include wetlands.
(2) Fertilizer shall not be applied, spilled or otherwise deposited on any impervious surfaces.
(3) Any fertilizer applied, spilled, or deposited, either intentionally or accidentally, on any
impervious surface shall be immediately and completely removed to the greatest extent
practicable.
(4) Fertilizer released on an impervious surface must be immediately contained and either legally
applied to turf or any other legal site, or returned to the original or other appropriate container.
(5) In no case shall fertilizer be washed, swept, or blown off impervious surfaces into stormwater
drains, ditches, conveyances, or water bodies.
(j) Management of grass clipping and vegetative matter. In no case shall grass clippings, vegetative
material, and/or vegetative debris be washed, swept, or blown off into stormwater drains, ditches,
conveyances, water bodies, wetlands, or sidewalks or roadways. Any material that is accidentally so
deposited shall be immediately removed to the maximum extent practicable.
(k) Exemptions. The provisions set forth in the chapter shall not apply to:
(1) Bona fide farm operations as defined in the Florida Right to Farm Act, F.S. § 823.14;
(2) Other properties not subject to or covered under the Florida Right to Farm Act that have
pastures used for grazing livestock;
(3) Any lands used for bona fide scientific research, including, but not limited to, research on the
effects of fertilizer use on urban stormwater, water quality, agronomics, or horticulture.
(4) Golf courses when landscaping is performed within the provisions of the Florida Department of
Environmental Protection document, "Best Management Practices for the Enhancement of
Environmental Quality on Florida Golf Courses", these provisions shall be followed when
applying fertilizer to golf course practice and play areas;
(5) Athletic fields at public parks and school facilities that apply the concepts and principles
embodied in the Florida Green BMPs, while maintaining the health and function of their
specialized turf areas;
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(6) Vegetable gardens owned by individual property owners or a community, and trees grown for
their edible fruit.
(1) Training.
(1) All commercial and institutional applicators or fertilizer within the City of Sebastian, shall abide
by and successfully complete the six -hour training program in the "Florida -Friendly Best
Management Practices for Protection of Water Resources by the Green Industries" offered by
the Florida Department of Environmental Protection through the University of Florida Extension
"Florida -Friendly Landscapes" program, or an approved equivalent.
(2) Private, non-commercial applicators are encouraged to follow the recommendations of the
University of Florida IFAS Florida Yards and Neighborhoods program when applying fertilizers.
(m) Licensing of commercial applicators.
(1) Prior to January 1, 2014, all commercial applicators of fertilizer with the City of Sebastian, shall
abide by and successfully complete training and continuing education requirements in the
"Florida -Friendly Best Management Practices for Protection of Water Resources by the Green
Industries", offered by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection through the
University of Florida IFAS "Florida -Friendly Landscapes" program, or an approved equivalent
program, prior to obtaining a City of Sebastian Local Business Tax Receipt for any category of
occupation which may apply any fertilizer to turf and/or landscape plants.
(2) After December 31, 2013, all commercial applicators of fertilizer within the City of Sebastian,
shall have and carry in their possession at all times when applying fertilizer, evidence of
certification by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services as a Commercial
Fertilizer Applicator per 5E-14.117(18) F.A.C.
(3) All businesses applying fertilizer to turf and/or landscape plants (including but not limited to
residential lawns, golf courses, commercial properties, and multi -family and condominium
properties) must ensure that at least one employee has a "Florida -Friendly Best Management
Practices for Protection of Water Resources by the Green Industries" training certificate prior to
the business owner obtaining a local business tax receipt. Owners for any category of
occupation which may apply and fertilizer to turf and/or landscape plants shall provide proof of
completion of the program to the City of Sebastian.
(n) Enforcement. The provisions of this section may be enforced pursuant to any method provided for
by the Code or Ordinances or general law.
(Ord. No. 0-12-06, § 1, 5-9-12; Ord. No. 0-14-02, § 1, 3-26-14)
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Appendix D: Field Inspection Data Sheet
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Appendix E: Chemical Application Record Sheet
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Appendix F: Wavier form for Restricted Chemicals
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Appendix G: Labels and SDS Sheets
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Appendix H: Glossary of Terms
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