Merrill Common Council Votes in Favor of Removing Pines on Memorial Drive
MERRILL – During their Tuesday evening October 8 City of Merrill Common Council meeting, the Council voted 7-1 in favor of removing the red pine trees located on the east side of the Fairgrounds along Memorial Drive. The Rodeo Association has donated decorative fencing which will be placed around the perimeter of the fairgrounds. City Administrator Rod Akey recommended removing the trees prior to installing the fence, given their age and proximity to the three phase power lines and the fact that the shade they produce contributes to icing during…
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