Operations
Welcome Operations Department, where the dedicated team of professionals play a crucial role in creating a safe, efficient, and nurturing environment for Chelsea School District students and staff. With unwavering commitment, our department ensures that the infrastructure is not just functional but fosters an atmosphere conducive to learning. From maintaining the grounds to upkeeping classrooms, we take pride in the meticulous attention to detail that goes into every task. As the backbone of our educational community, we strive to provide a seamless and comfortable setting, allowing our students to focus on their education and growth. Together, we build the foundation for a thriving educational experience, and we warmly welcome you to join us on this important journey in shaping the future of our students.
Operations Staff
Operations Notifications
Fertilizer Notice
The 2024 fertilizer applications date district wide.
Spring application will be March 25, 26 with a makeup date due to weather conditions will be March 28, 29. Summer Application date will be June, 27, 28 with a makeup date due to weather conditions will be July 1 and 2. Fall application will be August 19, 20 with a makeup date due to weather conditions August 22, 23.
Fertilizer Application Notification
All District facilities practice Integrated Pest Management to minimize the use of any pesticides on school grounds. NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT (EXCERPT) Act 451 of 1994 PART 85 FERTILIZERS. Pesticide Control and Regulation 637, Pesticide Use has certain requirements when making a pesticide application in schools, day care centers, public buildings, or health care facilities. Requires public schools to notify parents/guardians and school employees (who have requested to be notified) at least 48 hours (two business days) prior to any pesticide applications on school grounds. The term “pesticide” includes insecticides, herbicides, rodenticides and fungicides. The notification requirement extends to both indoor and outdoor pesticide applications. Excluded from the notification requirement are antimicrobials such as disinfectants, sanitizers or deodorizers, insecticide baits and rodenticide baits.
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All Schools in the District flower beds and landscaped areas
500 Washington Street - landscaped areas. Athletic fields, fence lines- Baseball Fields, Softball Field, Lacrosse field, football Stadium, Preschool playground areas.
14138 E. Old US Highway 12 – Transportation Facility - landscaped areas.
275 N. Freer Rd – Pierce Lake Elementary - landscaped areas. Playground area, soccer Fields, Fence lines.
740 N. Freer Rd – Chelsea High School – landscaped areas. Varsity Soccer Field, Practice soccer fields, Baseball Fields, Fence lines, Tennis Courts areas.
445 Mayer Drive – Beach Middle School – landscaped areas. Soccer Fields, Lacrosse Fields. Outdoor Basketball courts, Tennis Courts, Baseball Fields, Fence lines.
699 McKinley Street – North Creek Elementary – landscaped areas. Playground area, Fence lines.
335 Pierce Street – South Meadows Elementary – landscaped areas and fence areas. Playground areas, Outdoor Basketball courts area.
If you have any questions pertaining to this treatment, please contact:
Operations Department for Chelsea School District, 734-433-2276
Ross Potgiesser, Director of Operations
For further information pertaining to pesticides you can contact the National Pesticide Information Center at Oregon State University. The toll free number is 800-858-7378. The web site is www.npic.orst.edu
For additional information pertaining to pesticide use, you can contact the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD). The MDARD’s web site is www.michigan.gov/mdard and a contact phone number for MDARD is 800/292-3939.
Please see attached specific products Or a Safety Data Sheets
Spring app. 14-0-4 fert with 25% slow release and .375 Prodiamine (pre emergent). Touch up with any weeds with broadleaf weed control. Veg Control- district wide.
Summer app. 32-0-5 with 25-50% slow release, with different % slow release depending on heat and precipitation that particular summer. Touch up any weeds with broadleaf weed control. Veg Control - district wide.
Fall app. 32-0-8 w/25% slow release touch up any weed with broadleaf weed control. Veg Control- district wide.
Prodiamine MSDS (will be used on 1st application only)
Broadleaf weed control MSDS (will be used in each application to spot treat weeds)
Non Selective herbicide (district wide veg control)
Each month the district has a professional pest management company inspect certain areas of the buildings and they utilize the least aggressive measures to control pests if found. Normally, baits and gels are utilized.
As required by State of Michigan law, you will receive advance notice regarding the non-emergency application of a pesticide such as an insecticide, fungicide or herbicide, other than a bait or gel formulation, that is made to our buildings or grounds during this school year. Notification is not given for the use of sanitizers, germicides, disinfectants or anti-microbial cleaners. In certain emergencies, such as an infestation of stinging insects, pesticides may be applied without prior notice to prevent injury to students, but you will be notified following any such application.
Advance notice of pesticide applications, other than baits or gel formulations, made to the school will be given at least 48 hours before the application. The two methods of notifications are: (1) a posting at the main entrance to the building, and (2) a posting on Chelsea Operations Department Notification page.
The two methods of notifications are: (1) a posting at the main entrance to the building, and (2) a posting on Chelsea Operations Department Notification page.