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Volunteers may help 'rescue' English oaks and complete long-delayed gateway project
Summary
A volunteer group, Tokispirit, offers funds and labor to clear undergrowth and restore two gateways planted in 2012; commissioners supported a site visit and coordination with property owners and DPW for removal of invasive tree-of-heaven and lanternfly management.
Peter briefed the commission on a long-running gateway project begun in 2012 in South Norwalk, noting three English oaks planted at two corners remain but undergrowth has overrun two other corners. He said the volunteer organization Tokispirit could provide labor and some funds to clear undergrowth and restore plantings.
Commissioners supported moving forward with a site visit, cautioned about tree‑of‑heaven and spotted lanternfly issues and said the group would secure permission where property is privately held. Sarah and Ken offered to meet on-site and coordinate with DPW; commissioners asked Peter to circulate an email with proposed dates and scope.
