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Charles Town tree board weighs heritage-tree designation program
Summary
Board members reviewed a draft heritage-tree program adapted from another municipality that would recognize exceptional trees with plaques and a simple application; members discussed application timing, costs (roughly $400 per plaque), and the need for arborist review.
Chair introduced a draft heritage-tree program the board adapted from Westminster, Maryland, saying the proposal would “treat exceptional size, form, rarity, horticulture value, historic tree, landmark” and include a short application and placard process. Members discussed simplifying the application and whether to create a separate judging authority or have the board review nominees. "Consideration of heritage tree," the Chair said, noting she had circulated a brochure and example application.
Committee members flagged implementation issues, including timing for application cycles and the cost of plaques. One member suggested running applications twice a year (spring and fall) so the city arborist could sign off without overburdening daily maintenance staff. The board estimated plaques at about $400 each and discussed a spring/fall schedule and limited staff involvement, with the Chair noting the city arborist would complete final certifications.
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