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i" .. ,� <br /> i : � i • <br /> � <br /> To: Orono residents on mound type septic systems <br /> From: �Ilie Gibbs, ISTS Manager <br /> Date: May 10,2�06 <br /> Re: Landscaping Do's and Don'ts for Mound Systems, Quick Reminder <br /> Do ptant and rnaintain a full cover of grass and keep mowed to a normal height, this grass cover aids <br /> in the evaporation of large amounts of effiuent(the liquid left after the "other" stuff has been removed) <br /> in the summer time and ailows the mQund system to hetp breakdown nitroge�in the effluent, <br /> Do water the grass over the mound in extreme dry conditions,sparingly. <br /> Do avoid unnecessary foot traffic over the mound, mow it and stay off of it This is especially true in the <br /> winter time. Even human foot traffic can cause frost to penetrate the mound resuiting in potential <br /> freezing problems. <br /> Do inspect your mound system annually for winter kill, (reseed if necessary) animal damage, <br /> (burrowing)or signs of potential failure. <br /> Do not plant trees or shrubs on the mound system, smaller trees and shrubs may be planted at the <br /> edges. Remember,that sunshine is fihe key to a healthy mound system. <br /> Do ask questions, if you have any concerns or questions concerning your mound system <br /> please feel free to call me, I can be reached at 952-249-4626. <br /> 1 <br />