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County Commissioners:
Cathy Wolfe
        Cathy Wolfe
           District One
        Diane Oberquell
           District Two
         Kevin O'Sullivan
           District Three
 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, June 11, 2002

Contact:  Jennifer Johnson (360) 754-4111 ext. 7631

Do You Want to Live in a Pesticide-Free Model Neighborhood?

Thurston County- What is a pesticide-free model neighborhood?  It is a new project to inspire a group of neighbors (10 households) to commit to Common Sense Gardening practices for one full year.  Common Sense Gardening is an approach using natural and least-toxic methods for gardening, lawn care, and landscaping.  To help neighbors make the transition, we will provide:

·        Mulching lawn mowers
·        Natural fertilizers
·        Grass seed
·        Plants
·        Compost
·        Professional yard care consultations
·        Workshops
·        Library of resources
·        And much more!

Help show Thurston County that creating a natural healthy landscape is easy and beautiful!

Be part of Thurston County’s first pesticide-free model neighborhood.  More information and applications are available by calling (360) 754-4111 or online at www.co.thurston.wa.us/health/ehrp/gardening.html. 

Applications are due by September 17, 2002.  All levels of gardeners are welcome!  Let’s create a pesticide-free community!
 

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