By Tim SchmidtRecord Managing EditorNew mowing regulations are now in place for undeveloped lots in Wright City.Property owners will be required to mow the lots a minimum of twice a year. Though no time period was included, city officials said the mowings must be spread out and include trimming areas where a mower cannot closely reach.In addition, they noted lots that are adjacent to an existing home should be mowed more often.The board voted 3-0 to approve the new regulations at its Aug. 13 meeting. Alderman Jim Schuchmann, who owns a construction company, abstained from the vote. City officials had spent some time at a recent workshop discussing whether or not a set number of mowings should be required. The city has hundreds of properties platted and ready for future development.At the Aug. 13 meeting, Public Works Director Larry Janish asked for direction from the board.“(Developers) have acres and acres of lots,” he said. “I’m not saying they shouldn’t do it, but it’s going to be very costly.“I don’t know what the answer is. Some people don’t mind it. Some people don’t care for it.”Alderman Dan Rowden suggested two mowings might be enough.“I understand when we have the weather we have had that is can be an issue,” he remarked. “To let them grow, grow and grow, I don’t think that is in the best interest of the city or the property owners looking to sell the properties or build new properties.”City officials said they will be sending a letter to developers and builders to inform them about the mowing requirement.Wright City