Mountain Lakes Shade Tree Commission        

                                           Minutes of Meeting

                                            February 14, 2008

 

 

In Attendance:

Commissioners—H. Carr, J. Best, S. Marshall, M. Vyff, L. Connor

Secretary—S.Landau

 

1. There were no comments from the public.

 

2.January minutes were approved.

 

3. Laura reported that preparations for Arbor Day are progressing well. She has       been coordinating with Sean Dolan. Dr. Kazmark will read ŇJust A DreamÓ as  the Junior Nature Club dramatizes the story.

   Laura sent emails to teachers inviting  4th and 5th grade Arbor Day poems.

   Seedlings will be distributed to kindergarten and first grades only, possibly in small pots. Recognition at school for planting the seedlings was discussed.

   Joan will contact this yearŐs honoree and Bonnie and Laura will send information to the H&SA Bulletin.

 

4. Joan and Sue wrote the Community Forestry status report for 2007. It is complete and has been submitted.

 

5.Homeowner request for removal of a tree near 21 Hillcrest was discussed. It does not fit the definition of hazardous and it is alive so it will be watched. Joan and Laura will follow up with Joe.

 

6. Heather distributed some CEU course offerings for 2008. Laura and Marnie will attend Core training March 1st.

 

7. FAQ are still in progress.

 

8. Joan distributed STC packets and area maps to new commissioners.

 

9. Susan needs to post Nov, Dec, and Jan minutes on the web.

    Sue reviewed the street tree and set back information on the web and found that no revisions were required.

10. General issues of funds for tree planting and development of a new 2009-2010 planting plan were discussed. Encouraging use of the honorary/memorial tree program and encouraging homeowners to plant trees on private property are important issues for STC .

 

 

The next meeting will be held on Thursday March 13, 2008 at 8:30 AM.