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the 1970's where a high yearly loss of 400 was recorded. To achieve this, a constant <br />monitoring of oaks must take place in the spring and through the summer. This is coupled <br />with vibratory p]ow work, injections of Alamo if needed and required removals by <br />November ls`. Most of the identified, diseased, red oaks are removed through City <br />contract. All inspection, removal coordination and follow-up are done directly by the City <br />Forester. Educational outreach is also maintained by the City Forester. <br />City tree planting efforts are a combined yearly project using contractors, City staff and <br />volunteers. Trees are planted on boulevards, ui parks, on school grounds and on other <br />public land including well houses, community centers, City Hall, The fire station and in <br />"mini" parks. Oversight and coordination for this is provided by the City Forester. <br />6. Maintenance Plan <br />All oak wilt infection centers are monitored by the City Forester for 3 years and beyond. <br />While observation is on a continuing basis, priority is given to known risk areas and areas <br />of high value and historical significance. <br />All new plantings are maintained with proper pruning, mulching and watering for as long <br />as it takes to grow a tree to an established diameter (usually 6-10" of caliper). Thereafter, <br />concerns are mare directed at proper pruning, appearance and safe function. <br />7. Long Term Community Forestry Plan <br />The management of Mounds View's urban forest has always been one of a long term <br />scope. The forestry department touts the benefits of good environmental stewardship and <br />forest management. Community and administrative involvement has been positive and <br />forthcoming because of the sustained public relations efforts of staff and support from <br />forward thinking citizens who support the forestry effort. <br />• <br />