Public Works Director Eric Jackson confirmed Monday plans to cut back the yew hedges at City Hall for a regeneration that will take about 18 months.
Jackson said input from the Historic Preservation Commission, Shade Tree Commission and Plainfield Garden Club led to a consensus that the yews should be saved.
'I'm delighted to get folks involved in the process," he said.
The hedge trimming is just one of several improvements for the grounds in front of City Hall, a key feature of the Civic Historic District.
"The entire project will be really, really nice," Jackson said. While the hedges grow back, he said, "I'm asking residents to be patient with us."
--Bernice
Eric Jackson wants us to be patient with him and his department ?? LOL.. That department under him is one of the few "right" things about this city.. Thank you Eric for being responsive and listening to the people... Maybe you should run for public office ?
ReplyDeleteGreat decision on the yews. They can take a severe pruning; we'll just have to avert our eyes for a while if we don't like the look.
ReplyDeleteThank you Mr. Jackson, you made the right decision.
ReplyDeleteApril M Stefel RLA