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BPOhio's Ongoing ProjectsSafe Lawn & Landscapes Campaign
What do New York City, San Francisco, Cleveland Heights and Middleburg Heights have in common? They all have banned toxic lawn chemicals from city properties! Through a vibrant, educational outreach effort, our Safe Lawn & Garden Campaign will assist cities, schools, park districts, libraries, businesses and individuals in transitioning to cost-effective, organic lawn care practices. People will learn they do not need to rely on toxic chemicals to have beautiful and healthy lawns and landscapes. The Campaign offers speakers, PowerPoint presentations and printed literature on why choosing organic lawn care is a wise choice. Indeed, lawn chemicals pose unnecessary health risks to people, pets and the environment. Most pesticides have not been adequately tested, and many have been associated with health problems, including asthma, childhood leukemia, and learning disabilities. Pesticides are not safe; indeed, it is against federal law to make any claims of safety, even when used as directed. Read More.. |