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The committee focused its 2026 priorities on improving tree-protection regulations, developing a specimen-tree inventory, and creating public education programs. Members also reviewed a typical annual tree budget of about $70,000, used mainly for hazardous-tree and storm-debris removal rather than proactive street-tree pruning.
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The committee plans to give input on Madison’s upcoming Planning and Zoning regulation rewrite, including specimen-tree protection and clear-cutting guidelines. It also will explore how to inventory notable trees, estimate maintenance costs, and seek potential environmental funding for its programs. Samantha Pullaro was unanimously elected chairwoman for 2026.
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