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Alyssa, a town staff member, described the inventory RFP as \"a phased process\" that will initially cover right‑of‑way trees, then town parcels and parks, followed by a management plan. \"RFP solicitation for a town wide tree inventory, which will be a phased process,\" Alyssa said, asking for commission input on scope and management priorities. Staff said the solicitation was posted the day of the meeting.

Commissioners also heard that much of the technical material previously in the town ordinance is being moved into the Design and Construction Standards Manual (DCSM), specifically Division 20, which addresses tree standards. Staff said Division 20 would undergo a quick turnaround for a final draft and that the ordinance rewrite aims to keep ordinance text higher‑level while placing technical specifications in the DCSM.

Separately, staff cited recent state legislative changes giving municipalities additional authority to create tree banks or tree canopy funds and described the town’s existing local tree bank policy and constraints on how those funds may be used. The staff summary said funds must be used within a statutory period (discussed as five years in the meeting) and that some allowable transfers may be to 501(c)(3) organizations if conditions are met.

Commissioners discussed whether public capital projects could pay into tree banks and whether the town would prioritize finding planting sites versus allowing payments into the bank; staff said current town policy gives planting priority. The commission requested staff follow up with the town attorney and zoning administrator about timing and details.

Next steps
Staff will circulate a draft RFP for commission feedback and finalize Division 20 language for the DCSM. Commissioners requested clarity on tree‑bank rules and on treatment of public projects under the revised standards.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Leesburg - Tree Commission Meeting Part 2 of 2 - May 20, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","Town staff reported posting a reworked landscape maintenance solicitation and said a phased RFP for a townwide tree inventory and management plan has been posted for comment.","taxTitle","Leesburg, Loudoun County, Virginia","taxId",5641,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6528151,"Leesburg Tree Commission approves amended agenda, minutes and $250 ad; moves June meeting to June 24",87,240000,327000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3429283-f5d4c259f1b08ecd0ed3d0981b645434&start=240&end=327","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3429283-f5d4c259f1b08ecd0ed3d0981b645434/thumbnail_240000.jpg","/articles/6528151/Leesburg/Loudoun-County/Virginia/Leesburg-Tree-Commission-approves-amended-agenda-minutes-and-250-ad-moves-June-meeting-to-June-24","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6528151-96a14e1e59958b25304fd196382869f4/orig.mp4?Expires=1773412101&Signature=VUZv4Is~qgsx8wG2FE630zLopbGQe9Bp6d~xgNdYAbnZ~z~BRwARlyWehEc6P4JtvJWbU7qFu6ZQ4Ye1t~9FKl87EXPGIS0XoAFFLu36I~4c4OJ8PYUXZkR1E3PSW4ww7U9CEBI~2Fvm9rxPZMbiG-fgnTXuwjhBYRFcjewpdI5flf~HDWedOIHffwtybutTAnW9aG55X4iPvDjJ~v1ivoyfPj4E~V2k5ZRedTMxnyMoL8eukK7tdFjL2DVeeL-bECO2XTqW6o0FkRZkE-hGR0PVM5c6vzUs3L5bOhGf0mMkMs1lTG8pnfX-mJpQNhbKmaZNZSuF0ixnhQzn24cDRQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Leesburg Tree Commission voted to adopt an amended agenda, approve meeting minutes and authorize payment of $250 for a quarter‑page newspaper ad, and agreed to move its next regular meeting to June 24.

The commission first approved an amended agenda that removed certain subcommittee items (subsections B and C of item 3), added a new business item for watershed riparian willow plantings, and updated the date of the next meeting. After a motion and a second, members called the question and the motion carried. \"We have a motion to accept the agenda as amended,\" the chair said before the vote.

Members also voted to approve the April 22 meeting minutes after a brief clarification about corrected name spellings in the draft. Later in the meeting the chair declined to cover the cost personally and the commission voted to reimburse a quarter‑page ad placed in a local paper on May 1; the motion stated the cost was $250. \"I made a kind of executive decision ... I went ahead and just made a commitment ... I'd like to make a motion to pay for it if it's $250,\" the chair said before the vote.

Finally, members discussed that the commission's next scheduled meeting would fall on June 17 (election day) and approved moving it to June 24 to avoid conflicts with members' election duties.

No formal appeals or motions to reconsider were recorded in the transcript.

Votes at a glance
- Adopt agenda as amended — moved/seconded; outcome: approved (affirmative recorded as 6; opposed: 0; absent: 1).
- Approve April 22 minutes — moved/seconded; outcome: approved.
- Reimburse $250 for a quarter‑page ad published May 1 — moved/seconded; outcome: approved.
- Move next meeting date from June 17 to June 24 — moved/seconded; outcome: approved.

Meeting logistics and next steps
The commission noted staff will update the agenda and public calendar, and that a photo planned for the group will be rescheduled. The commission closed with routine housekeeping and adjournment.","The Leesburg Tree Commission voted to adopt an amended agenda, approve April minutes, reimburse a quarter‑page newspaper ad ($250) and move its next regular meeting to June 24. The actions were procedural and drew limited debate.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6528130,"Commission plans updates to historic‑trees brochure and explores app development and signage",525,3637000,4162000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3429283-f5d4c259f1b08ecd0ed3d0981b645434&start=3637&end=4162","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3429283-f5d4c259f1b08ecd0ed3d0981b645434/thumbnail_3637000.jpg","/articles/6528130/Leesburg/Loudoun-County/Virginia/Commission-plans-updates-to-historictrees-brochure-and-explores-app-development-and-signage","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6528130-5db52b12327f43e0c0d983287a390073/orig.mp4?Expires=1773412101&Signature=TwcqwZ7QkXACsEECGwb2Xi~j8PfFP2hRbABUddJtJTU~nZ1WBBI7c~jUA6vMd5g0Dj7LEn6~C10xgMfNHtGjOxFbwA1JRbrEgrohGVVg9Z7Ydu3K3U-Lb1Duat-e0U41G8fcP6ZWURmhQK6gsfNBGWzZGxd188TZITFjyAncyrZU3B4KAl7qZ3to3lf~4Jnt3ZUqwRp2ZKik0Q7Sn6YBwmp-cuDBI5p8fdCnnaU~Irgw4MxUTEYPhy2TUg63ic8rz5pA3imHeXRlcwp9xgPl2AnPnNQ3hCwAggl3L1PxEX-GHswL1tN-g7pox0vy9Z57QiCW4AGtkaa5ut4hZ4X6Ig__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Members discussed updates to the commission’s historic‑trees brochure and the possibility of creating a linked mobile app to host expanded narratives, audio and photographs.

Commission members reviewed the existing brochure and noted some listings are dated or the trees have changed condition; members flagged examples such as an aging sycamore with dead branches and a dogwood near the courthouse that has been struck and is declining. The commission discussed replacing some trees in the brochure where specimens are in poor condition and noted the need to secure private property owner permission and, in some locations, administrative sign approvals.

On technology, commissioners discussed a university‑style tree inventory website as an example and considered whether an app could link to that content. They debated whether to hire a professional photographer, use drone imagery (in coordination with the police or university partners) or use high‑quality volunteer photos taken in summer for best visuals. \"We had well intentions when we reprinted this thing back in 2020... to come up with an app to add to the tour,\" a member said. The commission agreed toCollect updated tree assessments, seek photo permissions, and return with cost estimates for a brochure reprint and app development.

Next steps
Commissioners will photograph or otherwise document each tree in summer season, research permissions for signs and app content, and estimate costs for brochure reprints and any app or web development work.","The commission reviewed a proposed update to the historic‑trees brochure, discussed photo needs (including drone or professional photography), and explored developing a mobile app to expand content beyond the printed brochure.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6528135,"Commission discusses applying for forestry grant, volunteer match valuation and drafting support",250,2727000,2977000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3429283-f5d4c259f1b08ecd0ed3d0981b645434&start=2727&end=2977","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3429283-f5d4c259f1b08ecd0ed3d0981b645434/thumbnail_2727000.jpg","/articles/6528135/Leesburg/Loudoun-County/Virginia/Commission-discusses-applying-for-forestry-grant-volunteer-match-valuation-and-drafting-support","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6528135-73ac82897adf126edaca114e8ec7bf55/orig.mp4?Expires=1773412101&Signature=GIaZkDcXNKT4sFmCsvLb8XAZUR8FavHW8rDWr85lKpz8Ny7f8rmFI4g3g7aOcfXBbg4vkx9HXgQPG5TiJXnDHfZ3GANVlLDgHZIAiiOnkTby5FjF~hzSgtgaiQ9KodUsqXSzwufukdxnMCl03F9GZoDaffsr3cRsAHug5glHICh8UQPES4V-6ToBHS8C5ivNlgZeiMO2aBindqtRfxyKYYAJ9iAjzxu1VeuQMVzlDdIeJqy2Y7tzwduSPIcLT8bv7ccFrQsb3kEFM8jnZQNVZ0wObvm7G3m70JDV-0nT8bEY-jS86priD3ilyiL0r~twKUhwIbQYh6tx2JjGUp3D2A__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Commissioners discussed a recurring forestry grant program the town used previously to secure approximately $50,000 and explored applying again.

Members stressed that while non‑staff volunteers can help draft narratives and gather documentation, only town staff may complete and submit the online application on the town’s behalf. \"He can help draft a proposal. He can provide you with information. Correct. Right,\" a staff member said when clarifying roles. The commission agreed that volunteers and commissioners could prepare a Word draft and supporting documents for staff to enter into the grant portal.

The meeting included a substantive discussion of what counts as match. Staff pointed out that volunteer time is commonly valued in grant applications and cited a national hourly valuation figure used for volunteer time in the Washington, D.C., metro area (referenced in the meeting as $31.23 per hour). The commission discussed in‑kind match (volunteer hours, donated materials) and cash match options for median planting, tree giveaways, shirts and event support.

Members proposed candidate project ideas for a potential application, including another tree giveaway, median/rights‑of‑way plantings, and coordinated park plantings. A volunteer offered to assemble previous application text and provide a Word version for staff to edit and upload.

Next steps
Volunteers will draft proposal text and compile photos and inputs; staff will confirm grant questions, posting dates and the portal submission deadlines and will submit the application if the commission chooses to proceed.","Members discussed reapplying for a forestry grant (previously $50,000), the application process, allowable matches, and the role commission volunteers and staff can play in preparing an application.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6528140,"Arbor Day and Treesburg initiatives: Heritage High School planting, leftover willows and festival tent damage discussed",960,1452000,2412000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3429283-f5d4c259f1b08ecd0ed3d0981b645434&start=1452&end=2412","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3429283-f5d4c259f1b08ecd0ed3d0981b645434/thumbnail_1452000.jpg","/articles/6528140/Leesburg/Loudoun-County/Virginia/Arbor-Day-and-Treesburg-initiatives-Heritage-High-School-planting-leftover-willows-and-festival-tent-damage-discussed","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6528140-153b87fe7f6717dd28ab1357bf386317/orig.mp4?Expires=1773412101&Signature=H-RvKu58zbQOoq3wPmU-k2bWeCOJ1hgbYVOgrQk8kufZbkttGqLvxYcFUjdvL5jw0s5EMZ2u0PNM8wBpMqgKbEBpxYq3hsdj37GB8Ievs0W0YDQTrzo-IYf1J7~DS4UgJtO3j172qpfd18VBwKuJq3woVeEkMBhDfDLxfqFpSAtXQ7TXnar924YIAX~2LiJw59u6zG4uduCiI~VwVly99aBwn48VhlE1m0XUVYLLOEtiZDlBcE5js4EgBWSa~C29KbSWx9NKrNuwe9Oo0cFuo-RrcaRszFSRVFg~3-0BlLvRjR9~Jv8ObVdmRJCUU00Kkc0ai0~FMvvMTfimSw8rvQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Commissioners reviewed recent public events and tree giveaways, reporting on what went well and what needs follow up.

Arbor Day at Heritage High School: Members said volunteer and town staff coordination shortened planting time. Commissioners reported students participated and that the town provided tools and trees. One commissioner noted trees given to students were used and planted. The commission agreed to continue partnering with schools inside town limits.

Treesburg tree giveaway and Spring Trees initiative: Commission members said large turnout depleted some species quickly. The transcript recorded approximate counts discussed by members: roughly 30 pawpaw, about 70 dogwood, and about 50 redbud or similar varieties were distributed across events; three larger sycamores remained unsold because of their size. The commission reported about 30 leftover willow saplings were relocated behind the town mulch pile for temporary storage; staff will propose future planting sites.

Flower and Garden Festival: Commissioners reviewed event operations and damage to a rented canopy. The festival’s canopy frame was damaged by wind on the second day; members discussed purchasing a new 10-by-10 canopy for commission use depending on fiscal capacity. \"We have to purchase one anyway for our department. And if there's funds left over, I recommended that we purchased one for the 3 commission today,\" one member said.

Volunteer coordination and materials: The commission discussed sign‑up sheets for volunteer follow up and noted that some tree recipients live outside town limits; members decided the commission will not exclude these residents but will prioritize in‑town plantings going forward. Members also discussed signage, storage of supplies, and plans to track tree plantings more closely.

Next steps
Staff will inventory leftover trees, propose sites for willow plantings, and report back on canopy replacement cost and fiscal availability.","Commissioners recapped the Heritage High School Arbor Day event, the Flower and Garden Festival logistics and damage to event tents, and the Treesburg tree giveaway with counts and leftover stock.","actionData","errors"]

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Commission plans updates to historic‑trees brochure and explores app development and signage

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Arbor Day and Treesburg initiatives: Heritage High School planting, leftover willows and festival tent damage discussed