Tree program updates, park projects and public works purchases discussed and approved
The board reviewed tree giveaways from Hiawatha School, approved removal of parkway trees at 409 S 5th (not to exceed $1,000), discussed ComEd coordination on trees at 313 4th, and approved routine public works purchases including tires and continued vendor for cold patch.
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Trustee Benes reported that Hiawatha School purchased 475 sapling trees for public distribution; the Tree Committee hopes residents will foster saplings and the school greenhouse will be a pickup location. The committee planted four trees during Arbor Day and will seek a new nursery partner after St. Aubin nursery closed.
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