Committee to remove tree grates on Route 30 sidewalks; replacement deferred to budget review
Apr 30, 2026
Apr 30, 2026
Trees along Route 30 are growing beyond metal grates and into sidewalks, creating trip hazards. The Building and Grounds Committee voted to remove the grates now and to consider tree removal and replacement at the end of the fiscal year if budget funds remain.
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Committee members reported that trees along Route 30 are expanding beyond their metal grates and encroaching onto sidewalks, creating tripping hazards. To reduce immediate safety risks, the committee decided to remove the grates now.
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