Emerald ash borer (EAB) was first confirmed Vermont in February 2018. We encourage all Vermont towns to prepare for and manage the impacts of EAB and the loss of ash trees in our communities. Dead and dying ash trees along the public right-of-way and in public places, such as parks and schools, pose a significant risk to public safety. The loss of ash trees will leave gaps, impacting the ecological, economic, and aesthetic benefits provided by the urban forest. Municipalities will bear the responsibility and costs of removing and/or treating public ash trees, as well as any replanting efforts.
Ash tree removals: $18.33/inch DBH or $155-$3500/tree (many factors determine per tree cost)
Stump grinding: $6.50/inch DBH or $125-250/tree
Replacement tree planting: $100-$600/tree (many factors determine planting cost)
Insecticide treatment: $3 - $15/DBH inch every other year (lower cost estimates if application is done by someone on town staff that is a certified pesticide applicator)
For assistance with roadside ash inventory and mapping, plan editing and review, and outreach and education contact Elise Schadler at elise.schadler@vermont.gov or (802) 522.6015
