Commission flags roadside ash, elm and possible beech problems; plans outreach with tree warden
Summary
Members reported declining health in elms planted in 2007 and raised concerns about ash and possible beech nematodes; they plan to contact tree warden Vince Gross and host an informational talk for landowners.
The Commission discussed several tree-health concerns on Aug. 10, including the struggling elm trees planted by the SCC in 2007 and reports of diseased ash and potentially nematode-affected beech along roadways. Malcolm McShinsky noted that the elms do not appear to be girdled and "should do fine," according to the minutes.
Members agreed it would be useful to consult town tree warden Vince Gross and to organize an informational talk for landowners that could include arborists, foresters, and partners such as Vermont Woodlands Association and VT Coverts. The goal is to provide landowners with diagnostic and management information for trees on town property and private land.
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