Emerald Ash Borer

Everything you wanted to know but were afraid to ask!

How do I identify an Ash tree, what is emerald ash borer, and what should I do?

Emerald Ash Borer Management Guide (pdf)

What’s the latest news about EAB, where has it been spotted and more?

Emerald Ash Borer Information Network

The Who, Why, Where of hiring and Arborist.

Trees are Good

Now What? Developing a Plan. Treat? Or Cut and Replant?

Deci$ion Equation
Co$t to Treat X Number of Years of Homeownership + Benefit$
vs.
Co$t to Cut down Ash Tree + Co$t to Replant a Tree + Forgone Benefit$

Calculator – Treatment – save to your drive before using
Calculator – Benefits
Calculator – Tree Removal and Planting
Sample Inventory Sheet
Sample RFP for contracting treatment services

Who’s doing what?

City of Leawood’s EAB Presentation and Plan (pdf)

Hunter’s Ridge Homes Association Case Study – Jim Decker