As a resident of the City of Snohomish, I was particularly interested in Julie Muhlstein’s Oct. 13 column about the integrated pest management program in the Snohomish City Parks.
This policy decision by the City Council is forward-thinking and progressive. We must all look for ways to reduce our reliance on toxic chemicals. Our kids’ futures depend on having habitable parks, drinkable water and breathable air.
As Julie noted in her column, replacing toxic chemicals in our parks will require that citizens stand up and volunteer to help take care of weeds and other pests.
A general thanks goes to Mayor Loomis and the City Council. A specific thanks goes to Councilwoman Lya Badgley for her leadership on this issue and for creating an avenue where citizens can become involved.
It’s leadership and vision like this that makes me proud to live in Snohomish.
JIM TEVERBAUGH
Snohomish
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