Ground Squirrel Infestation Near Bernal Community Park
Pleasanton
Summary
Oak Vista Way and Bernal Park neighbors described a worsening ground squirrel and gopher infestation burrowing under homes and damaging park landscaping, urging the city to fund a coordinated control program. Staff offered to connect residents with follow-up.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jul 27, 2026.
Impact analysis
Residents report repair costs such as $2,000 for attic removal, with structural damage risks mounting; city cost of a control program is undetermined.
Homeowners near Bernal Community Park whose foundations, landscaping, and irrigation are threatened.
Homeowners facing foundation and landscape damage, and the city's own park investment is being damaged.
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