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MCC authorizes up to $125 for MES graduating-class weeping willow and plaque
Summary
The commission approved up to $125 for a weeping-willow tree and plaque chosen by Montgomery Elementary School students; Patrick Calecas purchased the tree for $50 and planting is set for the morning of June 9, 2026. Joan Hildreth moved and Matt Paggi seconded the spending authorization; the motion passed unanimously.
Montgomery Elementary School students selected a weeping willow for the 2026 graduating class and provided the quote, "How big would you dream if you knew you couldn't fail?" Patrick Calecas reported he picked up the tree, priced at $50 thanks to a discount from Phil at Beaver Meadow Nursery, and said the tree would be planted the morning of June 9, 2026. The commission discussed a plaque to accompany the planting; Lynn Locher agreed to research plaque options.
Joan Hildreth moved to authorize spending up to $125 for the combined cost of the tree and plaque; Matt Paggi seconded the motion and all present voted in favor. The motion passed, and the commission recorded the purchase and planting plan. No further funding sources were specified at the meeting.
