Time to get rid of noxious weed

She said it is important to also control other vegetation growth during the hottest part of the year to reduce fire danger.

Puncture vine is commonly known as “goatheads” and spreads incredibly fast and produces very sharp seeds. When stepped on, they are painful to both animals and people. The weed is sharp enough to puncture bicycle and wheelchair tires.

City code requires removal of puncture vine and management of vegetation growth on all properties.

For more information, call Lesich at 541-296-5481, ex. 1153.