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Woodbury opens ash tree removal assistance for homeowners on July 20
Summary
An agency official announced that starting July 20 eligible Woodbury homeowners can apply for income-based financial help to remove dead, dying and diseased ash trees. Applications are accepted through Aug. 9 or until funds run out; homeowners must wait for program approval before removal.
An agency official announced that starting July 20 eligible Woodbury homeowners can apply for financial assistance to remove dead, dying and diseased ash trees. "Starting July 20, eligible Woodbury homeowners can apply for financial assistance to remove dead, dying, and diseased ash trees," the official said.
The announcement said applications will be accepted through Aug. 9 or until the application limit is reached, and that funding will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. The official added, "You will need to wait for approval before removing your tree." The program includes an income-based ash tree removal assistance option and a separate private ash tree removal assessment program.
The news release provided a single contact point for details: woodburymn.gov/ashremoval. The announcement did not specify the program's funding source, the total amount of funding available, or whether property owners must use specific contractors; those details are listed as "not specified" in the transcript.
Homeowners seeking help should apply beginning July 20 and await program approval before taking down any trees. Applications are scheduled to close Aug. 9 or earlier if the application limit is reached.
