Summary
The city wants grant money to bring in goats to eat the invasive buckthorn south of Elmwood Cemetery, teaming up with its usual mechanical clearing. Wausau has used the same company with good results.
At a glance
- Total mentions
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- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Aug 12, 2026.
Impact analysis
If the grant comes through, most of the cost would be covered by grant funds.
Cemetery grounds and nearby green space get healthier without heavy chemical or machine costs.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Common Council - Aug 12, 2026
Invasive buckthorn is crowding out native plants south of Elmwood Cemetery; a grant with Lumberjack would fund clearing it out.
Park, Cemetery, and Recreation Commission - Aug 10, 2026
The city wants grant money to bring in goats to eat the invasive buckthorn south of Elmwood Cemetery, teaming up with its usual mechanical clearing. Wausau has used the same company with good results.
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