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Emerald Ash Borer confirmed in Winhall; board flags roadside tree risks
Summary
Chair Stuart Coleman reported the Emerald Ash Borer has been identified in Winhall and the Selectboard discussed risks posed by declining roadside ash trees to vehicles and public safety.
Chair Stuart Coleman informed the Selectboard that the Emerald Ash Borer has been identified in Winhall. Coleman said the presence of the destructive beetle makes it likely that ash trees in town will decline and that roadside trees could become compromised, posing risks to passing vehicles.
The board discussed the implications for roadside maintenance and potential tree removal planning but did not adopt a formal management plan at this meeting. Selectboard members asked staff to consider how to prioritize removal or mitigation along roads where failing trees could threaten public safety.
