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Parks staff report tree inventory nearly complete; committee reviews equipment orders and storage plans
Summary
Staff reported the tree inventory is about 98% complete and encouraged seeking grants for hazardous-tree removal; the committee also confirmed an earlier approval to buy softballs, discussed a possible MOU with the high school for storage, and acknowledged a $1,000 donation from the Elks Lodge.
Staff told the Parks and Recreation Committee that the city’s tree inventory is nearly finished — about 98% complete — based on a spreadsheet provided by an outside forestry contact (Kelly at HUCFA). The inventory includes species, location, apparent age and hazard indicators; staff said hazardous trees on city property will require budgetary allocations or grant funding for removal.
The committee also reviewed routine recreation business: a prior motion approving the purchase of softballs for $150 was confirmed as recorded in the minutes, and staff described ongoing talks with the high school about a memorandum of understanding to allow storage on school property. Committee members discussed shed sizes (minimum 10x10, preference for approximately 20x20) and potential grant or retailer (Lowe’s) programs to supply or discount sheds.
Chair acknowledged a $1,000 donation from the Elks Lodge. Staff said they will bring the tree-inventory spreadsheet forward at the next meeting and will continue to search for grants to fund removal or mitigation of hazardous trees.
Why it matters: Completing a tree inventory helps the city identify safety risks and budget needs; clarifying storage arrangements and equipment purchases affects how recreation programs operate.
What’s next: Staff will circulate the inventory spreadsheet for review, pursue grant opportunities for hazardous-tree work, and follow up on a possible MOU with the high school for storage and field access.
