Foster City has faced significant issues with Canada geese in parks, leading to a health hazard warning due to excessive droppings. In response, a non-lethal plan was approved, which will commence this month. The $400,000 pilot project includes using drones, dogs, and lasers to deter geese. Public education will emphasize not feeding the geese to reduce their attraction to the area. Residents express varying opinions on the effectiveness of these methods, but overall support the initiative to alleviate the problem.
"400 pounds is at least several trash cans worth... that's how much that we get every day when the geese are present," said Foster City Park and Recreation Director Derek Schweigart.
"Drones, lasers, and dogs—all of it. I mean it's an experiment I guess to whatever would work," said resident Julie Gainsley.
"Dogs, drones and lasers and most importantly, habitat modification and also education of the public," Schweigart said. "Stop feeding the geese. That's a direct impact that draws the geese here."
"I don't know how drones would work. I don't know how lasers would work. I do know they are afraid of dogs," said resident Nina Paligan.
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