Committee flags dead trees, firepit permits and trail additions; meeting adjourns

Jun 11, 2026

Members flagged dead trees at retail and park sites, discussed the need for mulching training for seasonal workers, asked staff to look into firepit permits and trail management, and adjourned at 7:58 p.m.

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Committee members raised several local area concerns during New Business: dead trees at a Walmart site and along Three River Parks trails, a question about a firepit in the Forest Preserve and possible permit requirements, and suggested trail additions and a management plan for Forest Preserve B.

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