Resident asks whether district will protect long-standing tree during Maum Elementary work
Sep 18, 2026
Resident Christopher Burke asked the board whether the district will take measures (wrapping/padding) to protect roots of an old tree near the Maum Elementary construction fence; the superintendent said he believed the fence cut before the tree and will investigate further upon email follow-up.
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Resident Christopher Burke used the public-comment period to ask whether the district will wrap or pad tree roots to prevent damage from nearby construction at Maum Elementary. He said the tree has stood for a long time and provides shade and shelter used by students during summer and inclement weather.
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