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North County pilot removes hundreds of eucalyptus trees to expand defensible space; leaders urge funding for low‑income participation
Summary
A District 2 pilot funded by a $1 million Cal OES grant and 50–50 cost sharing removed an estimated 816 eucalyptus trees across 88 properties to reduce wildfire risk; staff recommend scaling the program countywide and directing additional funds to low‑income property owners.
Monterey County staff presented a final report on a North County eucalyptus tree removal pilot at the March 24 board meeting, describing the pilot’s methods, results and lessons for future wildfire mitigation efforts.
District staff said the pilot, developed with a $1 million Cal OES grant secured with assistance from Senator John Laird, required private property owners to pay 50 percent of removal costs while grant funds covered the remainder. Resource Conservation District staff handled fiscal and site verification…
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