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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION-OCTOBER 19, 2009 9 <br /> F. Forestry Discussion <br /> Public Works Director Hoag presented the City Council with information on how <br /> forestry related items are handled throughout the City. He provided Council with <br /> background information and asked for comments or questions. <br /> Mayor Harpstead stated trees were an asset to the City and needed to be managed <br /> and maintained. He questioned how Falcon Heights budgeted their City's forestry <br /> items. <br /> Public Works Director Hoag reviewed their budget and explained how it was <br /> broken down. <br /> Discussion ensued regarding Emerald Ash Borer and how the County was handling <br /> this epidemic. <br /> Mayor Harpstead questioned if the trees along the County Road E area could be <br /> improved as well as the trees along County Road 96. <br /> Public Works Director Hoag noted the trees along County Road 96 are hit with <br /> salt spray during the winter, which affects their growth. <br /> Councilmember Grant suggested the volunteer fire department be allowed to <br /> water the trees during times of drought to reduce the number of trees lost to the <br /> City. <br /> Councilmember Holden requested that all new tree plantings be planted with a <br /> bag to provide for additional water. She suggested the Council break down the <br /> forestry needs for the City, such as the removal, proper tree trimming, new <br /> plantings, watering, etc. <br /> Mayor Harpstead suggested the City budget $35,000-40,000 per year for removal, <br /> $10,000-15,000 for tree trimming and $10,000-15,000 for replacement trees. <br /> City Administrator Moorse indicated it would benefit the City to establish some <br /> sort of budget in this area to meet the forestry needs in the City. <br /> Discussion ensued regarding the future forestry needs of the City. <br />