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Residents asked the Environmental Commission for reports, photos, and explanations about tree removals, particularly on Cherry Street, including information showing why removed trees were considered unsafe or decayed.
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The commission discussed the effects of the recent ash tree epidemic and the importance of preserving and planting trees. It also discussed possible resident education and tree-planting efforts, along with unfinished environmental projects, but recorded no new action on the proposed rain garden, community solar project, or dog park. Commissioners planned to develop 2026 goals and continue work on the Rahway River Watershed garden and potential grant funding.
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