Dane County

Dane County Parks, in collaboration with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, the City of Madison, the City of Sun Prairie, and the Dane County Tree Board, is hosting a public information forum on the 2018 Gypsy Moth Suppression Program in Dane County. The forum will provide valuable insights into the biology and life cycle of the gypsy moth, as well as strategies for managing and controlling this tree pest. The program aims to reduce the detrimental effects caused by gypsy moths, such as defoliation and tree mortality, and address allergic reactions experienced by some individuals. The Gypsy Moth Suppression Program will involve the application of Foray, a bacterial insecticide containing Bacillus thuringiensis kurstaki (Btk), via a low-flying airplane in designated treatment blocks. Btk is a naturally occurring strain of soil bacteria that is safe for people, animals, and insects other than caterpillars. Landowners and residents within the proposed treatment blocks have the option to request the exclusion of their properties from the program. Detailed information about the treatment blocks and the process for requesting exclusion can be found on the Dane County website and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources website.Generated from the website

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources specializes in the preservation, protection and maintenance of natural resources. It implements the laws of the state and federal government. The department offers various online services, including camping reservations and recreational vehicle registrations. It publishes a bimonthly magazine, Wisconsin Natural Resources, which includes information related to indoor and outdoor environment issues. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources conducts several workshops and training seminars. It provides cooperative environmental assistance for pollution prevention. Additionally, the department offers environment-, recreation- and conservation-related grants and loan programs. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources provides a waste and materials management program for the management of waste as a resource.

The Dane County Board of Supervisors is the governing body responsible for overseeing the affairs of Dane County in Madison, WI. They provide legislative and policy guidance, manage the county budget, and address various initiatives and reports to ensure the efficient functioning of the county. The board is supported by a dedicated team of staff members who provide expertise in areas such as policy analysis, program evaluation, sustainability, and legislative management. Together, they work towards the county's development and progress, ensuring the well-being of its residents and the effective delivery of services.Generated from the website