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August 3, 2009  
 
 
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NATIONAL NEWS
Tree Establishment Strategies Used by Community Tree Planting Programs
By Daniel C. Burcham

Although adequate research exists describing the nature, extent, and valuation of the amenities provided by urban trees, management strategies used to sustain these benefits is an area requiring additional investigation. This research examined tree establishment strategies used by community tree planting programs, which includes the selection, acquisition, and installation of trees.

 

   
 


LOCAL STORY
City wants to plant trees with borrowed money
(Worcester, MA)- In an unprecedented move, the city wants to borrow money for planting new trees. The City Council has authorized the city to file a home-rule petition with the Legislature, seeking permission to borrow money for a tree replacement program citywide to make up for thousands of trees that have been lost.

 
     
 
   
 
 

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