Councilor John Gosek discusses the dangers of spraying herbicides in Oswego. Looking on at right is Councilor Robert Corradino.
Oswego Daily News

After Lengthy Debate Council Takes No Action on Herbicide Spraying

Several residents spoke out Monday night against the resolution passed last month allowing the spraying of herbicides in various locations around the Port City. However, the city attorney cautioned the council that an attempt to rescind was “an improper resolution” and would set the city up for financial liability. After a lengthy debate, the council withdrew the resolution to rescind and took no action.

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Oswego Daily News

Council Poised To Reconsider Herbicide Vote

Last month, the council voted 5-1-1 to move $12,000 from the Contingency Fund to the 440 Contracted Services Garage Fund for weed control at Wright’s Landing, City Hall, East Linear Park, DPW Garage, east and west side fire stations, Legends Fields and all city parks. Following a public outcry, the vote is being reconsidered.

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