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Conservation Commission recommends tree injections to fight emerald ash borer, discourages pre-emptive cutting
Summary
Phil Crane said the Commission met with Senator Williams about weed harvesting at Star Lake and reiterated that injecting ash trees is a preferred protective option against emerald ash borer rather than pre-emptive cutting; the Commission offered assistance to residents.
Phil Crane reported that the Conservation Commission held a meeting with Senator Williams to discuss harvesting weeds at Star Lake and ongoing conservation concerns. Crane told the board the Commission supports targeted interventions for ash trees and discouraged pre-emptive cutting as a preventative measure.
The Commission also offered to assist property owners who want to consider injecting ash trees as a protective treatment against emerald ash borer. No formal action was taken; the update was provided for information and continued dialogue with the senator and residents.
