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Town hears plan to remove and replace trees in Leffingwell Park; council asks for plantings at Hunt Park
Summary
Stephen Sherwood presented a plan identifying trees to remove and recommending replacement species in Leffingwell Park; the council also requested additional plantings at Hunt Park.
Stephen Sherwood outlined a tree-management plan for town property, focusing on Leffingwell Park. He identified specific trees that need removal and recommended species to purchase and plant as replacements. Councilmembers discussed priorities for canopy health and asked staff to consider additional plantings at Hunt Park.
The minutes summarize Sherwood's recommendations but do not record exact species, quantities, or a formal vote. Council direction in the meeting centered on improving park tree cover and addressing immediate removals where trees pose a health or safety concern. Staff follow-up to provide specifics and costs was requested.
