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Broadview public works outlines tree‑canopy losses and a $250,000 tree grant to plant about 100 trees
Broadview Village Joint Committee on Waters, Drainage, and Health and Streets, Sidewalks and Alleys · September 13, 2025
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Director Matt Ames told trustees Broadview has lost canopy from pests, disease and age; staff have a tree inventory and plan to plant nearly 100 trees funded by a $250,000 tree grant while contracting out hazardous removals.
Director Matt Ames told the trustees that forestry and canopy management are among public works’ top ongoing responsibilities. “Broadview 2.2 square miles. We started with a tree canopy of more than 5,000 trees,” he said, then described losses from emerald ash…
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