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The commission heard that a tree-planting program provides Worcester residents with free shade trees at no cost, then filed the update 3–0. Members also voted 3–0 to remove the November 10 meeting from the schedule.
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A forestry program is planting free shade trees for Worcester residents, primarily on private or state property, as part of efforts to restore tree cover after the Asian longhorned beetle. The commission discussed how to better inform homeowners about the program. Other ongoing work includes setting commission goals, addressing Beach Leaf Disease, developing a tree species list, and reviewing tree-management practices and ordinances.
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