Burlington Continues Work to Restore Tree Canopy and Promote Species Diversity
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Burlington Continues Work to Restore Tree Canopy and Promote Species Diversity
Burlington’s forestry department is working to restore the city’s tree canopy, which has declined 10-15% due to aging trees, disease, and storm damage, including 150 trees lost to a major storm in August 2024. A recent study with the Iowa DNR confirmed the trend, especially after an outbreak of Emerald Ash Borer. In response, the city now plants about 150 trees annually, focusing on species diversity to prevent future losses. Officials plan to c…
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