[Vision2020] PR - Information on Aerial Spraying

[Stephanie Kalasz]

City of Moscow
206 E Third Street
Moscow, ID 83843
Contact: Gary J. Riedner, City Supervisor
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PRESS RELEASE
Information on Aerial Spraying

April 11, 2014 (Moscow, Idaho) - During the spring season aerial spraying occurs in many areas of our region.  The City of Moscow Sustainable Environment Commission would like to provide information and resources for those who are accidentally sprayed, known as pesticide drift, caused by a spray plane.

The Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) provides contact information for those wishing to report inappropriate use of pesticide application.  To report a complaint, concern, or question about a possible pesticide misuse including pesticide drift onto humans, plants or animals, applications by unlicensed individuals, improper pesticide disposal, or other pesticide related issues, the first step is to contact the ISDA at the contact listed below. A complaint form is offered by the ISDA at http://www.agri.idaho.gov/Categories/Pesticides/licensing/licensingformsmain.php.  When contacting the ISDA, please be prepared to provide as much information as possible concerning the incident.  It is also advised that you prepare a written statement concerning the incident as soon as possible.

ISDA Regional Office
Coeur D'Alene
9699 Government Way, Suite A
Hayden, Idaho 83835
Fax: (208) 762-9603
Contacts:  Chuck Hawley, Senior Ag Investigator
Chuck.Hawley at agri.idaho.gov<mailto:Chuck.Hawley at agri.idaho.gov>
Phone: (208) 762-9586

Boise Office
2270 Old Penitentiary Road
Boise, ID 83712
Fax: (208) 334-3547
Contact:   Vic Mason, Ag Program Manager
Vic.Mason at agri.idaho.gov<mailto:Vic.Mason at agri.idaho.gov>
(208) 332-8628

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Story Contact: Tom Scallorn, Water Wastewater Manager, Sustainable Environment Commission Liaison
Phone: 208.883.7107
Email: tscallorn at ci.moscow.id.us<mailto:tscallorn at ci.moscow.id.us>


The City of Moscow delivers quality municipal services while ensuring responsible use of resources.
We anticipate and meet the needs of our diverse population in order to build public trust and enhance a sense of community.






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