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The Village of Benzonia has achieved the Redevelopment Ready Communities (RRC) Essentials designation. Achieving the RRC Essentials designation formally acknowledges that a community has a clear vision for the future and the essential practices to realize that vision. “We applaud the Village of Benzonia for achieving Essentials status,” said MEDC Chief Place Officer Michele Wildman. “The Village of Benzonia has identified its desired direction for the future and has a plan to achieve its goals for the community. We look forward to building upon our relationship with the Village and supporting its continued economic development efforts.” |
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PUBLIC ALERT - INVASIVE SPECIES
Please help the Village identify properties that potentially have knotweed. If you suspect a property has knotweed, please contact us, with the address, and we will check our database to make sure the property owner has received the correct notifications. Thank you for your assistance!
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Knotweed that has been found in various locations around the Village.
An excellent information resource is Japanese Knotweed (PDF). This is put out by the Michigan Department of National Resources with great information on this invasive species and best control practices. Knotweed It is not supposed to be cut, as this makes it spread even more and the root system can get so large that it will cause havoc on foundations and the most importantly the water mains. |
Photo courtesy of Jan Samanek, State Phytosanitary Administration, Bugwood.org
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Northwest Michigan Invasive Species Network (ISN) 231-252-4148
ISN Invasive Knotweeds information, identification, and management>
How do I manage knotweed? A portion of the information on the ISN page
Avoid planting or spreading knotweed (it’s illegal!), monitor natural areas for signs of knotweed, and report any plants found as soon as possible. Knotweed is extremely difficult to treat; its deep root system and fragmenting abilities (it is able to sprout into a new plant from a small piece broken off the plant) make it nearly impossible to dig out; and many herbicides have proven ineffective. Consult with a professional to control this invader--contact ISN with questions.
ISN Invasive Knotweeds information, identification, and management>
How do I manage knotweed? A portion of the information on the ISN page
Avoid planting or spreading knotweed (it’s illegal!), monitor natural areas for signs of knotweed, and report any plants found as soon as possible. Knotweed is extremely difficult to treat; its deep root system and fragmenting abilities (it is able to sprout into a new plant from a small piece broken off the plant) make it nearly impossible to dig out; and many herbicides have proven ineffective. Consult with a professional to control this invader--contact ISN with questions.
- “Do Knot” cut, weed whack or mow knotweed. Knotweed is spread largely by small plant fragments; these activities can turn one plant into many.
- “Do Knot” dig out large infestations. Knotweed roots can go as much as 3m deep and are very large. Any tiny root fragment left behind can result in further growth.
- “Do Knot” put any knotweed parts in your home compost. Knotweed cannot be reliably broken down by your home compost and may grow instead.