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Ada forester reports expected $10,000 grant; specimen-tree signs presented
Summary
Commissioners were shown specimen-tree signs and were told the Hardin County Community Foundation has notified the commission it will provide a $10,000 grant; staff said potential arborists were identified online for follow-up.
Commissioner Jim Neiswander presented specimen-tree signs he has prepared and shared them with the Ada Tree Commission during the May 15 meeting.
Forester Terry Keiser told the commission that the Hardin County Community Foundation informed him the commission will receive a $10,000 grant previously discussed. Keiser reported the notification to the commission; the minutes do not include grant documentation or conditions.
Administrator Amanda Sears said she has identified potential arborists online to contact for work on planned removals and maintenance. Chair Michele Chambers and other members also discussed planting standards that had been highlighted at a recent Tree City awards presentation, and Mr. Hefner added additional details about the new planting standards.
No formal vote was recorded in the minutes specifically to accept grant funds or to contract with an arborist; commissioners discussed next steps and the likely need to follow normal procurement procedures before awarding work.
