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Tree committee presses need for city arborist and maintenance resources
Summary
Committee members reviewed a presentation urging a city arborist role, flagged limited staffing to catch disease and maintain young trees, and noted a private $10,000 donation and strong survey support for more tree investment; the committee agreed the arborist discussion is already moving through city council.
Committee leadership presented a brief slide deck arguing for a dedicated city arborist and better maintenance resources to protect planting investments and boost long-term return on tree spending.
Dylan Wyler, chair, summarized the committee’s vision—"trees for generations"—and said the city recently adopted planting specs and inspection steps intended to improve initial planting…
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