The members reviewed the program. Marlin asked about the liability issue with this program. Jon stated that the participants of this program assumes some liability as well as the County. Bob Reed suggested the permit form should include the Road Name, Pat to implement the change. The chemicals are stored in a safe and enclosed container.
Application is done twice a year.
It was recommended that the policy state that State of Oregon's guidelines are followed for safety and application. Jon said that the cost benefit is great in comparison to using a Mower. The State's highest years were used and not the County's and the increase in revenue would not come until October 2001. Jon said due to the monies not being available until October 2001 that the 31-man crew would have to suffice to combat the winter storms. He added that a 33 man-crew would be the ideal rock bottom crew needed for daily activities.