But seriously, hit the pocketbook angle. Forming the argument is simple. Beaver dams are a localized environmental problem causing improper flow, sediment accumulation, stagnation. That will lead to die off of native species, algal blooms, increased risk of disease for the residents due to localized increase in mosquito borne illnesses, unsafe water quality of the pond differentially impacting kids who are more likely to be exposed to the water. All this of course results in net lowering of housing values for adjacent properties but all addressable for a net cost per household of X.
For X, get a quote or two for pond dredging and divide by number of adjacent properties. Remind them it's not a one time charge.....coexisting with the beavers will require dredging, erosion control, insect control, possibly installation and maintenance plus operational costs for an aeration system to keep the water from stagnating.
Close with this. Hell, I personally love beavers! I think we as a neighborhood should absolutely commit to supporting our new neighbors with ongoing health and safety measures and the meager cost of $16,782 per household per year is a small price to pay for that privilege. I'm willing to write my check for this year right here, right now. Who's with me??
For X, get a quote or two for pond dredging and divide by number of adjacent properties. Remind them it's not a one time charge.....coexisting with the beavers will require dredging, erosion control, insect control, possibly installation and maintenance plus operational costs for an aeration system to keep the water from stagnating.
Close with this. Hell, I personally love beavers! I think we as a neighborhood should absolutely commit to supporting our new neighbors with ongoing health and safety measures and the meager cost of $16,782 per household per year is a small price to pay for that privilege. I'm willing to write my check for this year right here, right now. Who's with me??