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Commission outlines invasive removals, bat-season limits and arboretum plans

Mount Vernon Shade Tree Commission · April 1, 2026
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Summary

Commissioners detailed invasive-removal work along the riverbank, noted bat-season restrictions (April 1–Oct. 31) that limit removals of trees over 3 inches in riparian corridors, and described plans to expand an arboretum area at Inera Foundation Park.

Commission staff described recent invasive-removal activity and conservation limits that shape the commission's work.

Staff reported the commission removed roughly 70 invasive pear trees in pockets around the city last year and identified an area with approximately 57 pairs for additional removals. "We're into our bat exclusion window, April 1…

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