Weed Management Policy

November 6, 2025 Environment and Sustainability Policy Committee (Committee) Key decision Approved View on council website

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Summary

...to note the progress made in reducing pesticide use, approve the adoption of a new Weed Management Policy, and approve proposed actions for the Ecological Emergency Action Plan 2025-28 to further reduce pesticide use.

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Purpose

To inform the
committee of the progress made by the council in reducing pesticide
use in its operations for the management of weeds on council
land
To seek approval
of a new Weed Management Policy
To seek approval
of actions that will help the council to reduce it’s use of
pesticides going forward.

Content

The Committee RESOLVED (unanimous vote in
favour):
 
1. To note the progress made by
the council in reducing its use of pesticides.
 
2. To approve the adoption of
the Weed Management Policy.
 
3. To approve the proposed
actions for inclusion in the Ecological Emergency Action Plan
2025-28.
 

Supporting Documents

Appendix A10- Further information - Case studies from other local authorities.pdf
1. Committee Report Weed Management Policy.pdf
Appendix A2 - Weed Management Policy.pdf
Appendix A3 - Pesticide Reduction Action Plan.pdf

Details

OutcomeRecommendations Approved
Decision date6 Nov 2025
Subject to call-inYes