EAB-damaged tree removal program began Monday by David Lea Oakville Beaver Staff 7 | Thursday, March 3, 2016 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insideHALTON.com unsound or are compromising the health of the forest, will also be removed. Expect to see and hear machinery As tree removal is completed, residents can expect to see and hear heavy machinery and see temporary piles of logs on the sides of streets as the logs are gathered for removal. Some branches and wood debris are left on the forest floor to break down and thereby nourish the soil, and help the forest regrow. The Town has developed a long-term forest management plan to restore the woodlands, using a combination of natural regeneration, enhanced regeneration, and replanting. Town staff said while the woodlands will look messy for some time, leaving wood debris behind is a natural process and is part of good forest management practices. The Town had a similar scenario at Iroquois Shoreline Woods (ISW) in 2003. Today, it's said anyone would be surprised to learn only a decade ago, the ISW forest lost 80 per cent of its oak trees, according to the Town. Residents interested in taking part in future planting events or who wish to become a volunteer Forest Health Ambassador, may register by emailing canopyclub@oakville.ca. More information on the Town's EAB management program is available on the Trees and Woodlands page at oakville.ca. The Town of Oakville expects to temporarily close a number of woodland trails over the next few weeks as it continues to remove dead and dying trees, killed by Emerald Ash Borer (EAB), from local woodlots. The Town began Year Two of its Woodlands Hazard Abatement program Monday (Feb. 29). If ground conditions permit, crews will begin ash tree removals in Taplow Creek Trail, Shell Park and Nautical Woods. A portion of the trails in these areas will be closed while the work is done. Town staff said the removal of dead and dying ash trees is important to ensuring longterm public safety. "Council is committed to protecting and growing Oakville's green space," said Oakville Mayor Rob Burton. Forest health and public safety concerns "Maintaining the long-term health and safety of our woodlots, as well as growing our forest canopy are key to delivering on this commitment." In keeping with best forest management practices, Town staff said some trees, other than ash that are identified as structurally- Lots of mature trees were cut down around the former school yard at St. Ann's School on Hixon Road last September. The removed trees had been damaged by Emerald Ash Borer. The Town of Oakville is letting residents know to expect to see similar sights elsewhere in town. | Oakville Beaver file photo JANET'S AT HOME Let Janet look after your home while you are away. Customized programs designed to suit your needs. ATTENTION: SNOWBIRDS! FLORIDA BOUND? www.janetsathome.ca · (905) 484-0732 · janet@janetsathome.ca years in Oakville 9 First class is FREE @ Glen Abbey United 1469 Nottinghill Gate Oakville, ON L6M 1X7 NEW YEAR NEW SALE 490 SPEERS ROAD, OAKVILLE KDESIGNCABINETRY.COM 905.339.2223 BRiNG tHiS AD AND tAkE $5 OFF ANy PUNCH CARD CLASS SCHEDULE THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY BEGiNNER 7:00 - 8:00 pm ZUMBA tONiNG 8:05-9:05 pm ZUMBA 9:15 - 10:15 am ZUMBA 5:30 - 6:30 pm ZUMBA 9:15 - 10:15 am ZUMBA 5:30 - 6:30 pm ZUMBA tONiNG 9:15 - 10:15 am ZUMBA 7:00 - 8:00 pm BEGiNNER 7:00 - 8:00 pm ZUMBA tONiNG 8:05 - 9:05 pm ZUMBA 11 :30 am - 12:30 pm PRICE LIST 5 Class 10 Class 20 Class 30 Class $50 $90 $160 $210 Monthly Pass First Class Drop in Winter Season Pass $75 FREE $12 $190 (unlimited classes January 2 - March 31, 2016) Times and locations may change. Please check website for updates. Prices includes HST · Accepted payments: cash, check or online via PayPal · Please make CHEQUES PAYABLE TO ZUMBA FITNESS CANADA