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A tree planting initiative managed by the nonprofit Columbia Green that provides native shade trees to property owners. The council is reviewing a memorandum of understanding to potentially partner with the organization.

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Reviewed by Council; a formal partnership agreement remains under consideration. Watch for the next recap.

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March 10, 2026

Discussed, no vote - EMS Presentation: Director of Emergency Services Will Glover presented a statistical update on county-wide call volumes and response times. Council members discussed the potential use of deployable off-road medical units to improve response times in rural areas. - Appointments to Boards: Council me…

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