Delayed by unrealized statutory requirements, if the ordinance is passed, the effective date will now be May 1.
pesticides
Falmouth retailers prepare for pesticide ordinance to take effect
Businesses that sell pesticides and fertilizers must indicate which products can be used in Falmouth starting April 1.
Falmouth Town Council passes pesticide and fertilizer ordinance
The controversial ordinance was first introduced last spring and has undergone extensive public input and drafting. It will be in effect on April 1.
Some Falmouth residents still displeased with draft pesticide ordinance
At the public hearing, Falmouth residents largely expressed opposition to the attempt to further regulate pesticides and fertilizers in town.
Brunswick pushes to curb chemical lawn treatment
After years of hearing concerns from local fishermen, Brunswick is considering a piecemeal approach to a pesticide ordinance. On March 3, the public will have a chance to voice their stance.
Falmouth pesticide ordinance reintroduced with minor changes
The controversial pesticide and fertilizer ordinance saw changes based on feedback from the Town Council and community members.
Falmouth pesticide ordinance sees changes, awaits minor edits
At the Falmouth Town Council meeting on Dec. 9, the town presented the changes to a controversial pesticide and fertilizer ordinance based on community feedback and delayed its approval as small changes will still be made.
Falmouth considers revised draft of pesticide use
A community feedback session on Oct. 30 brought up concerns over golf courses’ exemption from the restriction, as well as suggesting an exemption for crabgrass management.
Local condos give residents more control over how their grass grows
Anticipating a pesticide ordinance, town arborists and local condominiums make changes.
Brunswick eyes ordinance to restrict pesticides
Brunswick residents, inspired by a recent water conservation and ‘rewilding’ law, are pushing for a pesticide ordinance.