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Mr. Shaw recognized Wayne Tavares,} Tavares Land Design, <br /> representing Applicant, who gave a brief history of the project <br /> being proposed .in this matter. <br /> The focus of discuss was centered around various means to <br /> eliminate the invasive growing habits of the Japanese Knotweed <br /> located on the property. <br /> Mr. Tavares requested the Commission act to Close the <br /> Hearing in this matter on a contingency basis. Upon agreement of <br /> an acceptable method of plant removal, a revised plan will be <br /> submitted. <br /> Mr. Tavares recited his research/investigation/materials i <br /> connection with said elimination of plant growth, <br /> Mr. Sherman responded that the Commission has conducted <br /> similar research and has found that every evidence indicates <br /> the original choice is inappropriate. <br /> Michael Talbot agreed with the previous speaker, stating the <br /> proposed materials are highly toxic, and of particular concern <br /> when used in proximity to water. He stated the use of <br /> Glyphosphate is effective especially when used with cutting. The <br /> most effective time for application would be in the month of <br /> August . <br /> Mr. Sherman suggested the Commission Close and Issue, and <br /> stipulate by Condition that no work shall be commenced until such <br /> time as agreement on the method to be used removal of notweed <br /> is reached and revised plans indicating such have been submitted <br /> to the Cormnission. <br /> Mr. Tavares reported the Assistant Conservation Agent has <br /> suggested the area simply be mowed on a regular basis along with <br /> the use of the product Rodeo. <br /> Upon further discussion of possible methodology, Mr. Sherman <br /> reiterated the Commission act to Close the natter pending review <br /> and approval of written report/plan submitted by Mr. Tavares . <br /> Mr. Tavares read the following information into the Record, <br /> as received from the State Pesticide Board: "Cut stet treatment, <br /> use this Method in areas where plants are established within and <br /> around. . .wherFe vines have grown into the canopy. The treatment <br /> remains effective at lover temperatures as long as the ground is <br /> not frozen. Cut the stems about two inches above ground level, <br /> immediately apply twenty-five percent solution of glyphosphate <br /> (which is Roundup or use Rodeo if it is near a wetland area, or <br /> trychlobre and water to the cross section of the stem. <br /> subsequent foliar application of glyphosphate may be required to <br /> control new seedlings and esprout. " <br />