To The Eagle
To The Eagle,
Thank you for devoting space to the piece that outlined the history of discussion and public input into town’s decision regarding the tree in Strong Park. I wrote Town and Council members in August after the County cut down trees on courthouse property in regard to conversation about the Strong Park fir at that time. Since then members of the public have appeared at the Town Council meetings trying to have input and understand Town’s decision making process, which has been rather opaque.
The specific age of the tree is less important than its health and the value it adds to the park. A 100-300-year-old tree can’t be replaced by a sapling, either in environmental or aesthetic value. The old trees in our community are part of its character, they are witness to the Native presence and early Cathlamet river life, and they offer environmental and health benefits to us all. I hope the Town will engage with the Wahkiakum Historical Museum in open-minded discussions in the spirit of good neighbors to solve issues related to the tree. The buckled roots have been present for the past 24+ years that I’ve been walking in Town. Multiple solutions have been proposed, I hope the Mayor and Council will be creative as they reach for solutions.
Ruby Hansen Murray
Puget Island
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