Penned or confined animals are in danger from enraged bees if they do not have a way to escape. Do not enter or let children play in culverts or drains where bees or wasps may have colonies. Bees may move in to walls of garden sheds or brush piles. Scout an area completely before mowing. The exhaust, vibrations or loud sound of the mower might disturb otherwise unnoticed bee colonies.
Bees have many positive effects on the environment.
They pollinate many of the plants we use for food and help enhance the beauty of our yards and gardens. The Austin Fire Department can locate a beekeeper for you. Contact the Public Information Office, 477-9982, for a list of available contacts. In The following zoning cases are tentatively scheduled for the April 3 Planning Commission Agenda and the May 3 City Council Agenda. North Lamar Boulevard.