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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION FEBRUARY 18, 201410 Parks and Recreation Manager Olson reported that the treatments are up to 90% effective if completed every two years on an EAB Ash tree. She further discussed the Department of -Age. Councilmember Werner asked how much residents in Arden Hills would be charged to treat their Ash trees. Parks and Recreation Manager Olson Mayor Grant supported treating the Ash trees. He did not want to see the City lose a large number of trees. Councilmember Holmes inquired how long the treatments would be needed. Parks and Recreation Manager Olson stated that the treatments would be needed every two years, until the disease was under control, or has moved on. Councilmember McClung was uncertain how he feels about this issue. He does not want to see d that the that the City investigate Councilmember Holmes trees. She inquired if the City has funds to cover the expense for the treatment and removal of damaged trees. Parks and Recreation Manager Olson stated that funds have been set aside in future years for tree removal. Mayor Grant suggested that the City treat the Ash trees this year and that in 2015 the Council reconsider the removal of damaged or declining trees. Councilmember Holden recommended that the untreated trees be removed as this would reduce the threat of EAB spreading further in the community. Parks and Recreation Manager Olson stated that trees. Councilmember Holmes suggested that Public Works Director Maurer indicated that the trees could be treated in late May or early June and after that time, staff could report back to the Council with more detailed maps of the remaining Ash trees. This would allow for further discussion regarding which trees should and should not be removed. Mayor Grant questioned if this information should be reviewed by the PTRC.