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Auditor: at least two more windstorm-damaged trees likely need removal at $1,000 each

Lincoln County Board of Commissioners · January 5, 2026
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Summary

Auditor Chandra Schumacher told the commissioners at least two more trees will require removal after a windstorm, at an estimated cost of about $1,000 per tree; the arborist will re-evaluate remaining trees in spring.

Auditor Chandra Schumacher updated the board on damage from a recent windstorm and reported that at least two additional trees will need to be removed, at an estimated cost of approximately $1,000.00 per tree. Schumacher said the arborist will reevaluate the remaining trees in the spring to provide a more definite recommendation.

The board recorded the estimate and did not direct immediate further action beyond the arborist reevaluation and routine budgeting processes. The auditor’s update was presented as part of the department updates during the meeting.