Ash Tree Removal

Category: Community Development

Overview

The 2011-2012 Western Lake Erie Basin Emerald Ash Borer Ash Tree Removal Porgram Initiative provides 40% cost share assistance for the removal of up to two (2) ash trees.

Benefits

This program provides the benefit of removing ash trees that are or can be presenting a risk to structures and play areas on residential properties. This reduces the risk for private property owners from loss or damage to property during winter storms and high winds keeping their family and property safer. The removal of hazardous trees with replacement of healthy, safe new plantings assist in increasing property values, reducing erosion, providing wildlife habitat, moderating temperature, reducing energy demands, and providing year round enjoyment.

Eligibility Requirements

Ash Tree Identification Information Letter and Application  Companies Employing ISA Certified Arborists

• Residents of Erie, Huron, Lorain, Lucas, Ottawa, Sandusky and Wood Counties are eligible to participate in this program.
• No income requirements for participation.
• Application and Guidelines provided above.
• Applications must be postmarked, faxed or e-mailed by November 30, 2012 and should be sent to WSOS Community Action  Commission, Inc., Attn: Cindy Brookes, 219 S. Front Street, P. O. Box 590, Fremont, OH 43420.  (Fax) 419-334-5125  Email: cabrookes@wsos.org
• Approved Applicants will have until April 27, 2013 for trees to be removed.
• Previously removed trees are not eligible.
 

Eligible Counties

Erie, Huron, Lorain, Lucas, Ottawa, Sandusky, Wood

Contact Information

Cindy Brookes (Watershed Specialist)