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Committee reviews tree-assessment report; work ordered for immediate hazards, broader plan to be budgeted
Summary
A contracted tree assessment found several large trees in decline and identified immediate safety concerns; the committee authorized limited removal work already done and asked staff to obtain ballpark removal and remediation estimates for budget planning.
Committee members reviewed a tree-assessment report that noted several trees on courthouse grounds in poor condition; immediate pruning work and one removal were completed after the consultant identified a hazardous limb.
The consultant recommended aggressive pruning or removal for some specimens and suggested it may cost thousands to preserve certain historic trees. Committee members asked staff to obtain ballpark quotes from contractors so the county can plan replacements and ground-refresh work in next year’s budget; the highway department offered limited in-kind assistance but told the committee larger removals would require third-party equipment and contractors.
The committee discussed setting an annual budget line for grounds improvements and agreed to begin collecting contractor estimates for prioritized removals and maintenance so the work can be scheduled and budgeted.
Ending: Staff will solicit quotes based on the consultant’s “prescription” and bring a prioritized list and ballpark costs to the committee for budget consideration.
