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Public works reports holiday preparations; McNair Forest plantings show ~91% survival
Summary
Public works outlined holiday lighting, banner changes and maintenance; Dale reported a McNair Forest walk‑through found about 91% of planted trees surviving.
Public works staff summarized recent work including preparing and installing holiday lights, changing downtown banners and routine maintenance tasks; the council praised the crew’s efforts. The update covered seasonal scheduling to support the upcoming parade and the department’s coordination with other city crews on projects such as lamppost and camera‑pole installations.
Council member Dale reported his annual McNair Forest walk-through and said survival of planted trees was approximately 91 percent, reducing the number of replacement plantings needed going forward. The council thanked Dale for the follow-up and noted the parks maintenance program will continue monitoring survivorship.
