During a recent government meeting, commissioners discussed the fate of a historic sycamore tree located on the courthouse grounds. Adam, a representative involved in the matter, provided an update on the tree's condition and the recommendations received from experts.

Following multiple consultations over the past few months, it was determined that efforts to preserve the tree were unsuccessful. Adam reached out to Rourke Phillips of Elk River Carving Company for insights on potential carving or sculpting options, but Phillips indicated that the tree's current state made such endeavors impractical. The tree has deteriorated to a point where it is primarily composed of sapwood, described as soft and lacking structural integrity.

Based on the assessment from Davey's Tree Service, the arborist recommended the removal of the tree due to safety concerns. The discussion concluded with an invitation for questions from the commissioners, highlighting the urgency and seriousness of the situation regarding the historic tree.