Board of Commissioners Meeting Notice

In order to maintain the safety of Town residents, Staff, and board members, the Kill Devil Hills Board of Commissioners will conduct an electronic meeting on Wednesday, May 27, 2020, at 6:00 p.m., using Zoom software. There are several methods the public can participate in or view the meeting.

View meeting agenda: https://www.kdhnc.com/DocumentCenter/View/12368

 
View participation instructions: https://www.kdhnc.com/867

"LOW RISK" IS NOT "NO RISK"

Mulch is a beneficial product to use on your soil and around your plants. In addition to being an attractive addition to a flower bed or garden, mulch can prevent the germination and spread of many weeds. This reduction in weeds, can reduce the need to use herbicides and decrease the frequency of cultivation that may otherwise be required.

The addition of mulch can also help to moderate the soil temperature and aid the soil in retaining moisture during dry weather. This moisture retention can reduce the frequency of watering that is needed to sustain your vegetation. When mulch is applied to a soil surface it helps to protect the soil from the impact of raindrops and thus reduces soil crusting.

Additionally, during rainstorms the mulch will reduce the splash from raindrops. This reduced splash will increase the infiltration of rainfall into the soil and prevent the plant foliage from being covered in soil. Organic mulch improves your existing soil by adding additional organic matter as the mulch decomposes. This additional organic matter can encourage the growth of worms and other soil organisms. These beneficial organisms can improve soil structure and increase the availability of nutrients in the soil.