Meeting recap Tree Commission
Avon Reviews Proposed Site Plan for Traxler Arboretum
The Tree Commission met on May 13, 2026, to review a preliminary site plan for the Traxler Arboretum, discussing feedback on trail alignment, drainage, and parking. Members also planned ahead for Arbor Day events, including purchasing children's educational tree-themed books and organizing a scavenger hunt.
Highlights
- Reviewed a preliminary site plan for the Traxler Arboretum and discussed concerns regarding drainage, trail alignments, and parking locations.
- Approved purchasing children's educational tree-themed books from the International Society of Arboriculture to donate to local elementary schools and the Avon Public Library.
- Discussed Arbor Day planning, including food and beverage arrangements, tree giveaways, and the children's scavenger hunt.
- Noted an upcoming presentation on a tree canopy analysis scheduled for the May 18 City Council Work Session.
Decisions
| Item | Outcome | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Purchase of children's educational books from the International Society of Arboriculture | passed | 6-0 |