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Cannon Falls resident urges reforestation after emerald ash borer removals

2865381 · April 1, 2025
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At the April 1 Cannon Falls City Council meeting, resident Avery Evans urged the city to plan reforestation after more than 100 ash trees were removed — citing emerald ash borer damage and soil-erosion concerns; council and staff said they would look into replanting requirements and available programs.

A resident told the Cannon Falls City Council on April 1 that the city should plan a reforestation effort after widespread removals of ash trees damaged by the emerald ash borer.

Avery Evans, who identified themself during the public input period, told the council that more than 100 ash trees had been removed along Highway 19 and said the community’s tree canopy is now heavily composed of ash. “I believe this is an…

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