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City arborist reports trees healthy; Commission plans post‑Waverly Days plantings and accepts donation
Summary
Waverly's arborist reported treatments and general tree health; commissioners noted ash losses in nearby communities and affirmed ongoing treatment. A soil test at Summerfield Park showed slightly acidic conditions requiring fertilizer amendment; a family donation of a memorial tree for Legion Park was accepted.
Toby, the city's arborist, reported at the June 23 meeting that treatments had been applied and that city trees are doing well. Commissioners discussed ash tree losses in nearby communities such as Waconia and parts of Carver County and affirmed the value of Waverly's proactive treatment program.
Chairman Joe Gallus said a soil test at Summerfield Park showed slightly acidic soil and will require a fertilizer amendment before planting; the Commission plans to plant after Waverly Days. Ex‑Officio Ben Duske said his wife's family wishes to donate a memorial tree to be planted at Legion Park near the shed and batting cage, and the Commission welcomed the donation pending a site soil test.
