Tree Committee reviews tree protection and education initiatives
Andover Tree Committee reviewed protection and education initiatives at its September 16 meeting. Chair Willow Cheeley led nine members in unanimously approving prior meeting minutes and discussing ongoing programs: Deep Roots tree surveys with 30 submissions received toward a 100-submission goal
Andover Town Tree Committee · Meeting of September 16, 2026
Andover Tree Committee reviewed protection and education initiatives at its September 16 meeting. Chair Willow Cheeley led nine members in unanimously approving prior meeting minutes and discussing ongoing programs: Deep Roots tree surveys with 30 submissions received toward a 100-submission goal through end of October, and the New Branches tree distribution program drawing positive resident feedback. Upcoming professional development with Dr.
Ed Gilman on October 14 will feature hands-on structural pruning instruction. The committee is developing tree protection bylaws informed by development case studies and plans to consult with Planning and Town Counsel. Route 133 improvements include removal of 33 trees and installation of 66 replacements using silvacells.
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Source: the Andover Town Tree Committee meeting of September 16, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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