Preparing for Emerald Ash Borer Mobile App

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  Background Information:

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  The emerald ash borer (EAB) is an invasive pest of ash trees.

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  The purpose of this document is to assist Vermont communities with planning for the eventual arri...

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  It is important to note that EAB is not the only invasive pest currently threatening Vermont’s fo...

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  What is an EAB Preparedness and Response plan?

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  A document that outlines a municipality’s objectives and the approaches it will use to meet the a...

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  Why do you need an EAB Preparedness and Response plan?

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  We expect EAB to arrive in Vermont within a few years.

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  By addressing specific issues before EAB arrives, the cost/loss associated with an infestation ca...

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  Townspeople expect that community leaders will be prepared for an infestation that is not only po...

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  Early planning will provide the time for your community to think about coordinating with neighbor...

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  Identify a Project Coordinator – Who’s the local “Go To” person to lead the EAB response?

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  Brief the Decision Makers – Bring the community’s leadership up to speed on the issue.

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  Conduct an Urban Tree Inventory – If your community does not have a tree inventory this should be...

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  Education and Outreach – At the community level the townspeople need to understand how an EAB inf...

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  Update Applicable Ordinances – Your town/city should have an ordinance that addresses enforcement...

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  Wood Disposal and Utilization – Should an outbreak occur, where is the wood going to go?

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  Re-planting – Think about what should be planted to replace ash.

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  Form Partnerships – Meet with neighboring communities and local groups and organizations as well ...

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  Budget – Create budget projections to implement the plan and determine priorities.

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  The Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation is available to advise your community in preparin...

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