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Home My WebLink About014.02 - Appendix L.5 - Weed Management Plan Submittalweeddistrict@gallatin.mt.gov 8576 DATE: Check # 4715 Thank You! www.gallatin.mt.gov - Department Weed Date 5/10/2024 Description Review fee for Turnrow Subdivision Weed Management Plan 300.00$ Total Paid Amount 300.00$ Gallatin County Weed District RECEIPT 903 N Black Bozeman, MT 59715 406-582-3265 RECEIPT NO:May 10, 2024 RECEIVED FROM:Morrison-Maierle, Inc. 2880 Technology Blvd W Bozeman, MT 59718 May 8, 2024 Gallatin County Weed District John Ansley, Weed Department Coordinator 901 North Black Avenue Bozeman, Montana 59715 Subject: Turnrow Subdivision – Transmittal of Noxious Weed Management and Revegetation Plan MMI#: 6916.004 Dear John: Please find enclosed a copy of the Subdivision Noxious Weed Management and Revegetation Plan (Weed Plan) and a check for the $300 application fee for the Turnrow Subdivision project located at the southwest corner of the intersection of Valley Center Road and Davis Lane. A weed location map of the project area is provided in the enclosed Weed Plan. The 115-acre property was investigated for the presence of noxious weeds by 406 Weed Control during the fall of 2023. The majority of the property is planted in wheat. The edges of the property contained the following noxious weed species: Canada thistle, common tansy, musk thistle, and hoary alyssum. The enclosed Weed Plan describes the weed management plan in addition to the planned disturbance and revegetation plan. Cost estimates provided in the enclosed Weed Plan for weed management and revegetation are provided by 406 Weed Control. Please review the enclosed information at your earliest convenience. If you have any questions regarding the information provided, please feel free to contact me at (406) 922-6846. Sincerely, __________________________ Christine A. Pearcy Environmental Scientist Enclosures cc: Lee Hageman P.E., MMI Blake Bernard, Virga Capital 1 of 6 Last Updated 10/2020 Date Received Gallatin County Weed District 903 North Black Bozeman, MT 59715 406.582.3265 www.gallatin.mt.gov weeddistrict@gallatin.mt.gov NOXIOUS WEED MANAGEMENT AND REVEGETATION PLAN LANDOWNER Name: _________________________________________________________________ __ Mail Address: ____________________________________________________________ _ City: _________________________________________________________________ ___ State: _________________________________________________ ZIP:_________________________ Phone(s):_______________________________ Email:___________________________________ ENGINEERING FIRM (If Applicable) Firm Name: ___________________________________ Engineer:________________________________ Email: ____________________________________ Phone: _________________________________ Requirements for Subdivision Weed Management Plan approval include: Brief cover letter stating current and future uses of the property Plat map detailing distribution and species of noxious weeds present Completion of this Plan Written contract with commercial applicator (if contracting weed control) Review fee: $150 for Minor (1-5 lots) or $300 for Major (≥ 6 lots) 2 of 6 Last Updated 10/2020 PROJECT DESCRIPTION Project name: _____________________________ Physical address: ______ Legal description: T_____ N/S R_____E/W Sec_____ 1/4 _____ 1/4 _____ Number of lots: Total acres in project: Total road miles in project: PROJECT OVERVIEW Describe what the intentions are for developing this property: NOXIOUS WEED MANAGEMENT NOXIOUS WEED SPECIES ON PROPERTY (identify on plat map with weed inventory): METHOD OF WEED CONTROL YOU INTEND TO USE (mark all that apply): CHEMICAL MECHANICAL CULTURAL BIOLOGICAL Describe specific control measures and timing of control for 3 years. If using herbicides, include type of herbicide and rates. Attach additional pages if necessary (all such pages are hereby incorporated by reference). 3 of 6 Last Updated 10/2020 ESTIMATED COSTS OF WEED CONTROL FOR 3 YEARS (specify cost for each year): Who will complete work: Self Contracted Contractor name (if applicable) ___________________________________ If hiring a contractor, a written contract with that contractor is required. Please provide a copy of this contract. When applying herbicides, use the proper equipment and safety measures. Read and follow the herbicide label! Year Herbicide/Applicator Cost Cultural/Mechanical Cost Biological Cost 1 2 3 Total *See page 6 for a list of the information that will be required to be submitted when applying for a Memorandum of Understanding in the future. REVEGETATION Are any disturbances planned? Yes No If yes, complete the following revegetation section. MANDATORY REVEGETATION REQUIREMENTS: Areas disturbed during subdivision development (road construction, pond construction, service/utility/gas/electric/telephone line installation) shall have a layer of topsoil redistributed onto disturbed areas. Disturbed areas must be seeded to an appropriate grass seed mix for the site. During the first and second years of grass establishment, areas seeded to grass shall be mowed as appropriate to prevent weed seed development and dispersal. PLANNED DISTURBANCES (mark all that apply): Utility/Service line Pond Road Park Trail Central septic Other (list type) Describe in detail the revegetation to mitigate all disturbances that will occur on this property. List type and amount of seed/sod, seeding methods and timing, and fertilization. Attach additional pages if necessary (all such pages are hereby incorporated by reference). 4 of 6 Last Updated 10/2020 ESTIMATED COSTS OF REVEGETATION FOR 3 YEARS (specify cost for each year): Who will complete work: Self Contracted Contractor name (if applicable) _________________________________ Year Revegetation Cost 1 2 3 Total GRAVEL SOURCE (Complete this section if using an outside supply of gravel) List source of gravel/pit run/road mix/topsoil/etc. brought on-site for disturbance mitigation and/or construction. Name of gravel pit: Location: Contact person: *Be aware that gravel sources and topsoil may contain noxious weed seeds; therefore, we recommend using a source that is actively controlling noxious weeds on their property, consistent with an approved Weed Management Plan. 6 of 6 Last Updated 10/2020 Required Documentation for Memorandum of Understanding: Year 1 • Name of person or business that treated the land (applicator) • Contact information for the applicator • Date(s) and type of treatment Chemical: Trade name and rates of herbicide used Mowing: Dates mowed Bio Control: Provide details • Noxious weed species treated • Total acres treated and a map of area treated • Seed mix and seeding rates used • If contracted, a copy of the invoice • If self-treated, a copy of receipts for herbicides purchased Year 2 • Name of person or business that treated the land (applicator) • Contact information for the applicator • Date(s) and type of treatment Chemical: Trade name and rates of herbicide used Mowing: Dates mowed Bio Control: Provide details • Noxious weed species treated • Total acres treated and a map of area treated • Seed mix and seeding rates used • If contracted, a copy of the invoice • If self-treated, a copy of receipts for herbicides purchased Year 3 • Name of person or business that treated the land (applicator) • Contact information for the applicator • Date(s) and type of treatment Chemical: Trade name and rates of herbicide used Mowing: Dates mowed Bio Control: Provide details • Noxious weed species treated • Total acres treated and a map of area treated • Seed mix and seeding rates used • If contracted, a copy of the invoice • If self-treated, a copy of receipts for herbicides purchased The Memorandum of Understanding required for final plat approval will be denied if all of the documentation is not received with the MOU application. Proposal for Weed Management at Proposed Turnrow Subdivision, Bozeman, MT. Description - The 115-acre property is located west of Davis Lane and south East Valley Center Road. The current usage is agricultural for the interior of the property which is planted in annual crops. The perimeter is 1.73 miles (approx..) of unmown native grasses. The fenced perimeter area varies in width from 6-8 feet to over 20’. Noxious weeds – A site survey was conducted in early October 2023. The interior cultivated area is well maintained for weeds and none were noted. The perimeter area has infestations of Canada Thistle and some Common Tansy. The thistle is heavy in patches and sparce along other sections. Spotted knapweed was found along Davis Lane at the south end of the property. Also noted were few musk thistle and hoary alyssum. Three Year Management Plan – Gallatin County requires a three-year management plan for all developed subdivisions. The Year One application in spring 2024 will consist only of the perimeter area. The developer states that weed control on the agricultural portion will continue to be the responsibility of the farmer. The applications for Years Two and Three will be dependent on the extent of development on the interior space, the level of infestation and the variety of weeds present. Based on past experience we can expect the application cost to increase as soil is disturbed. Herbicides used – We recommend Corteva Chaparral at an application rate of 3 ounces per acre combined with a non-ionic surfactant such as Loveland Liberate at 6 ounces per acre to assist with drift control and herbicide adherence and penetration in weeds. Chaparral is approved for park and recreational areas. It has an 18-month residual control that assists in inhibiting continual weed propagation from seed. There are no grazing restrictions for livestock and it is not harmful to wildlife. The application will be done using an ATV and off road 70-gallon spray trailer. Timing – I would schedule the property for a mid-June application for control of early emergent weeds such the musk thistle and late enough to be effective for later emergent Canada thistle and knapweed Cost The 2024 cost to cover the perimeter native areas would be 645.00. Cost for Year’s 2 and 3 will be dependent on the work required. Typically for a 115-acre site under development we could expect the cost to be in the range of $2300-$4000. 406 Weed Control is owned and operated by Mark Nichols. We are fully insured for liability through First West Insurance in Bozeman, MT. We maintain all license and certifications as required by the State of Montana. Phone: (406) 640-2232. Email : mark@406weedcontrol.com DocuSign Envelope ID: 1CE5D38D-92F1-4755-AB54-567A24354EE6 DocuSign Envelope ID: 1CE5D38D-92F1-4755-AB54-567A24354EE6 Weed Control Program Service Agreement: 406 Weed Control LLC: Covenants and agrees with: Rob Lateiner Virga Capital 211 East Oak Street #2B Bozeman MT 59715 To perform the following services: Noxious Weed Control for three years on the proposed Turnrow Subdivision, Bozeman, MT. The 2024 Application as outlined in the approved Gallatin County Weed Management Plan will be completed with an application during the month of June 2024. The year 1 cost as estimated by 406 Weed Control LLC is not to exceed 645.00 and is based upon the information provided in the approved Gallatin County Weed Management Plan for the proposed subdivision. Years 2 and 3 costs are estimated. Ground disturbances, extent of development and material costs may impact estimates. If actual cost will exceed estimates, owner will be notified prior to application. Application Cost: Year 1 (2024) $ 645.00 Year 2 (2025) $ 1400.00 (est.) Year 3 (2026) $ 2500.00 (est.) Terms: Payments are due upon completion of services. This agreement shall be binding on the parties and on their successors, legal representatives and assigns. CONTRACTOR___________________________ CLIENT__________________________________ THIS_______DAY OF_____________, 20____ DocuSign Envelope ID: 1CE5D38D-92F1-4755-AB54-567A24354EE6 12/11/2023