Town Of Corte Madera: Drought Compromises Trees At Town Park

Press release from the Town of Corte Madera:

September 23, 2021

Drought conditions continue to have a negative impact on the Town landscaping and has seriously compromised the life of several trees at Town Park.  Due to visual indicators that some trees at Town Park are dying and/or have died, the Town proactively engaged the services of an arborist to evaluate the failing trees on the west side of Town Park.  The conclusions in the arborist’s report and the recommendations therein are significant with over ten trees being recommended for removal.  The arborist has cited drought conditions and water conservation as the predominant stress factors.  

The Town is in the process of having the remaining areas in the park evaluated for safety concerns and anticipate similar results.  Our public works team is marking and placing safety tape/fencing around those trees identified for removal and/or safety hazards.  Our communications team will be messaging the community continuously until we have removed all hazards.

This press release was produced by the Town of Corte Madera. The views expressed here are the author’s own.