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Moscow Tree Commission highlights Arbor Day plantings, seedling giveaways and a new heritage-tree program
Summary
At the Nov. 3 council meeting the Moscow Tree Commission presented its 2025 annual report, listing outreach efforts, seedling giveaways, a planned joint Arbor Day with the University of Idaho, ongoing Tree City USA recognition and ideas for contractor certification and pruning education.
The Moscow Tree Commission presented its 2025 annual report to the Moscow City Council on Nov. 3, outlining the commission’s mission, seasonal outreach and planting work, and plans for training and partnership with the University of Idaho.
Ellis, chair of the commission, described the commission’s purpose: “The mission or purpose of the Moscow Tree Commission is to plan, establish, and help conduct a comprehensive community forestry program for the city of Moscow by ensuring safe, healthy trees.” Ellis said the commission also has a quasi‑judicial role to hear appeals related to tree‑work permits under the Moscow City Code, but that appeals are infrequent.
David Schott, the…
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