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Use Caution During Ongoing Tree Work in Freeman Park

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Revised April 11th, 2024

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Buckthorn and other “brush” removal began on Monday, Jan. 29, 2024.  The first phase of the mechanical buckthorn removal is complete. 

 into piles for city workers to put through the chipper (learn more about the forestry mulching equipment ).  Restoration of native species is in the planning phase.

Resident persistence convinced the City Council to reverse its earlier decision to use the herbicides.

Please contact the City with any questions regarding the buckthorn removal.

See below for video and photos of work as it was done at Freeman Park.

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STAY BACK 500 FEET
There is always the possibility of having one of the carbide cutting teeth becoming a projectile.
Industry Standards, has it @ 500 feet,

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Why did you stop before you cleared out the pond by Freeman Park? Can’t see the pond for all the brush and big trees.

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