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Maurice council discusses removing remaining ash trees in Village Park; staff to seek quote
Summary
The Maurice City Council discussed removing the remainder of ash trees in Village Park, budgeted for fiscal year 2027; Public Works Director Jeff Van Der Weide will obtain a price quote. No formal action or vote was taken at the July 21 meeting.
The Maurice City Council discussed plans to remove the remaining ash trees in Village Park, a project that is included in the budget for fiscal year 2027. Public Works Director Jeff Van Der Weide told the council he will obtain a price quote for the tree removal, but the council did not vote on or approve any contract or expenditure at the July 21 meeting.
The issue arose under new business. Council members briefly reviewed the budgeted line for park maintenance and discussed timing and cost estimates for removing the trees. The council noted the work is planned for FY2027 but took no formal motion to authorize procurement or set a contractor at this meeting.
The discussion followed a written public works report that Van Der Weide submitted to the council; he is the staff point of contact for cost estimates and follow-up. The council did not record any public comments on the matter because no members of the public attended the meeting.
The item will remain on the council’s radar as staff returns with written price estimates and any recommended timing for removal. The council’s next regular meeting is scheduled for Aug. 18, 2026, at the Maurice Community Center.
