Some Appleton city council members want more details, before deciding on the proposed “No Mow May.”
Supporters want to let people grow out their lawns during the month to help pollinators, like bees. The city also wouldn’t enforce the lawn rules during the first two weeks of June.
Ald. Chris Croatt says if people start letting their grass grow in late April, and don’t mow until mid-June, that’s nearly two months of growth. He says if it’s wet, cool at night, and warm during the day, the grass could grow like crazy. He wants to make sure neighbors are protected.
Ald. Brad Firkus is concerned people might not pick up their clippings, after they finally mow. He says the wind could blow the dried grass alongside buildings, creating a fire hazard. He says if the longer clippings could also clog more storm drains, because that already happens with normal-size clippings.
The municipal services committee wants staff and supporters to put together more specifics.
