Privet Removal at Villages of Carmel Park (Feb. 2024)

Privet removal activities scheduled to begin at Villages of Carmel Park the week of Feb. 12 have been postponed until the following week, due to high winds. Again, the exact dates and times for removal will depend on the weather, but Parks staff anticipate privet removal will take place on Tuesday or Wednesday (Feb. 20 and 21). The goal of performing targeted removal of privet is to promote long-term solutions to eliminate this plant and restore the characteristics and functions of the open space and habitat. City staff created a Standard Operating Procedure that focuses on pre-activity inspection, removal strategies, public education and involvement, restoration planning, and follow-up activities.