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Mayor thanks long‑time tree commission member; city plans 60–70 tree replacements after emerald ash borer
Summary
The mayor reported that Joan Stevens will step down after 35 years on Greenfield's Tree Commission, highlighted the city’s Public Works Expo with over 300 exhibitors, and said the city plans to plant about 60–70 trees to recover canopy lost to emerald ash borer.
At the start of the Oct. 21 meeting the mayor reported on the Tree Commission and announced that Joan Stevens will step down after 35 years of service to the city.
The mayor said the commission discussed the recent Public Works Expo, which city officials called one of the state’s better expos and said attracted more than 300 exhibitors and vendors. The city is tentatively planning Arbor Day activities for next year and intends to continue replacing trees lost to the emerald ash borer. The mayor said an estimated 60 to 70 trees will be planted as part of the recovery effort.
Why it matters: Tree‑canopy replacement is part of the city’s longer‑term street‑tree and urban‑forest management efforts. The mayor’s remarks recognize a long‑time volunteer leader and outline near‑term replanting goals.
Next steps: The mayor said the Tree Commission will plan Arbor Day and continue tree‑planting work; no council action was required on the record.
