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Students explain '2 for 1' tree-replacement guidance and offer a native-planting guide
Summary
The interns showcased a planting guide tied to the township's '2 for 1' tree-removal policy, explained options for homeowners who cannot replace century-old trees, and provided a QR-linked story map and species list for residents.
Students presented a planting guide intended to help residents comply with the township's '2 for 1' tree-removal policy, which requires replacement of larger removed trees with multiple new plantings or payment into a fund for off-site planting. Presenters said the guide lists native species suited to local conditions and draws from the '50 best trees for New Jersey' compilation.
When asked how homeowners should respond if an older specimen cannot be replaced with an equivalent tree, presenters recommended native-plant alternatives and emphasized flexibility in compliance: "If you remove 1 tree and you wanna plant back 4 trees, like, by all means, do that," one student said. The team offered practical tips for property-level green space (less impervious surface, small gardens) and suggested the township prioritize outreach to encourage voluntary planting.
