Council amends Tree Ordinance to limit oak pruning during high-risk months
The Village Council unanimously approved an amendment to the Tree Ordinance prohibiting pruning of identified oak trees between April 15 and September 15 and requiring tool sanitization and latex paint application to wounds; motion passed 5–0.
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The Village of Michiana Council voted unanimously to amend the Tree Ordinance to limit pruning of identified oak trees during the months when oak wilt risk is highest. Nancy Thill moved the amendment to state that "Trees identified as oak will not be pruned between April 15th and September 15th. In the event where a tree is damaged or needs pruning, tools must be sanitized, and a latex based paint must be applied to the wound immediately after pruning." Brian Cassidy seconded the motion and a roll-call vote was 5 ayes and 0 nays.
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