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www.scuttlebutt.com June 2008 • Page 29 Lilydale wants to use land to pay off debt In Lilydale, a tract of land under an acre is causing a rift. John M. Thompson donated the land to the city almost 30 years ago to serve as an open space for a bird sanctuary. Now the city wants to sell it and use the money to pay off a $230,000 debt. A year ago, the city council voted to rezone the • Be sure to inspect and thoroughly clean your fishing gear, including boats, trailers and waders. Invasive plants and animals, like hydrilla and zebra mussels, can quickly spread to uninfested waters by hitchhiking on gear used by anglers. In the garden: • When looking for ornamental plants or groundcover for your home or garden, use native plants. Many areas now have nurseries specializing in local native plants, or property, over opposition from local residents and the Mendota Heights city council. There is no evidence that Thompson took legal measures to ensure the land remains open, but proponents say that he donated it in good faith, and that his wishes should be honored. The Metropolitan Council search online for your local native plant society that can make recommendations for you. • If you do use a nonnative plant, ask your local nursery if it is an invasive species in your area. • When buying a potted plant, check for unwanted weeds growing in the pot and make sure to pull them out before planting. • When you pull unwanted weeds out of your lawn or garden, make sure to and the Department of Natural Resources are also involved. The land lies within the Mississippi River Corridor Critical Area, a local and state program that coordinates planning and management for 72 miles of the Mississippi River. – Big River magazine remove the entire plant and carefully bag it for disposal. Seeds from a dying plant can spread into uninfested areas. Volunteer on a National Wildlife Refuge: More than 36,600 people already donate their time to national wildlife refuges. To join this outpouring of public concern for public lands – whether to fight invasive species or help in other ways – find information about volunteering on the Web at http: //volunteer.gov/gov/. 3 Lakes Enterprises • Propeller Repair Specialist • New and Used Prop Sales • Winter Storage Available (including boats) • Bronze/Stainless Specialty • 29 Years Experience • 5 day turn around –––––––––––– INVASIVE PLANTS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 26 ––––––––––––– Jon Sherley – “THE PROP GUY” 1171 110th St, New Richmond, WI 54017 715-246-5325 Boats 17-ft to 80-ft Ted Gates 108 E. Center St., Lake City MN 55041 651-269-6434 Check out the great listings at: Fine Pre-owned Sea Rays, Silvertons, Cruisers Inc., Maxums, Regals and More. www.imageyachtsales.com http://www.scuttlebutt.com http://www.imageyachtsales.com http://volunteer.gov/gov/ http://www.imageyachtsales.com http://volunteer.gov/gov/ http://www.americanboatingcenters.com http://www.americanboatingcenters.com

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