Here are the reader poll results from the question posted throughout July on the Grounds Maintenance Web site, www.grounds-mag.com.

Given the economic sluggishness, what's the No. 1 step you've taken to reduce expenses?	Delay/eliminate equipment purchases	28%
	Reduce on-hand stocks of chemicals/fertilizers	5%
	Cut back on pay raises/benefits	7%
	Cut back number of employees	28%
	Other	7%
	None/have not needed to reduce expenses	25%

Look for this new reader poll question at www.grounds-mag.com.

What hourly wage do you pay an entry level crew member?

A. Minimum wage

B. $6 to $7

C. $7 to $8

D. $8 to $9

E. $9 to $10

F. More than $10/hour