SHADE TREE COMMISSION MINUTES
July 25th 2002

The meeting was called to order at 7:35 pm.
Present: Orsini, Baumley, Evans, Galdi, Marshall, Geoghegan, Jaquett
Absent: Gierlich, Hamilton

M. Orsini updated news. Bruce Hamilton has submitted his resignation from the Commission due to his need for increased time and involvement with the Meadows Foundation. M. Orsini has asked Roberta Loos to join, since she indicated her interest prior to January, but there was no available slot. She has accepted and will be forwarding her application/resume to the Clerk.

M. Orsini received note from National Tree Trust indicating that the 300 trees requested were preliminarily approved pending receipt of the second half of the application due October 1.

Status of trees planted on Arbor Day very similar to last meeting.

On 7/13, Al, Berit and I installed deer fencing at Al's farm to protect the young trees.

J. Baumley led further discussion of types of trees we should planting and when. Strongly suggests that trees potted up, such as those at Al's farm, be planted in late fall i.e. October-November, as they approach dormancy. Otherwise, a spring planting will require lots of labor and watering since hot dry weather is sure to follow. The 6-8 ft. branched trees that Jeff can obtain are better for spring planting and require less maintenance. M. Evans suggested Dunham Lebed and Inman park as possible locales. Jeff will look at both sites for suitability. Initial suggestion is to get 10-15 flowering trees and 10 or so shade trees. Can be used to replace pines lost in fire on Loop Lane (Inman park) and to shade/landscape areas in Dunham Lebed including the playground area and the fence line on 15th St. side before baseball field and area between parking lot and play area on Willow Ave. side. Will put in order soon for delivery in March, planting in late March/April.

Elm trees-M. Orsini will check this weekend. Al is unavailable this Saturday; Jeff may be able to help. Will plan to move in 1-2 weeks assuming scale is gone. M. Orsini will coordinate thereafter.

9/11 memorial-Jeff will tour school areas with Rick Goetz this Tuesday, 7/30. M. Orsini will distribute "assignments" for coverage of schools.

Environmental guidelines-Jeff will write up list of trees. B. Jaquett pointed out that from developer's standpoint, list should give as many options as possible. Also list trees that are unsuitable. If developer wants to plant another variety will consult with Commission prior to planting. Should have list done by Aug/Sept. M. Orsini will try to get township personnel to write up a Microsoft Word document so that the guidelines are easily accessible for printing and distribution.

Core training October 18-20, Cape May: M. Orsini and M. Evans definitely attending. Galdi/Geoghegan cannot. Jaquett can if emergency. Baumley maybe. We need at least 2 core-trained individuals but we'd like an "extra" in case someone leaves Commission, etc. Application will be in next month's edition of the Shade Tree. Cost generally covered by Township or will cover from our budget if needed. Hotels/meals/transport on your own-make it a vacation.

The public portion was opened. There being no one from the public in attendance the public portion was closed.
Meeting adjourned at 8:45 pm.

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