September 9, 2020
Media Contacts:
Mark Miller, Administrator, Office of Public Information, 410-313-2022
Anna Hunter, Public Information Officer, Howard County Recreation & Parks, 410-313-4686
Trees have been devastated by invasive emerald ash borer beetles
ELLICOTT CITY, MD – A Howard County Department of Recreation & Parks project to remove 150 dead ash trees along the Dorsey Hall pathway system in Ellicott City, is expected to begin on or about Monday, September 21st. The project spans a section of the pathway that starts at Columbia Road and ends at Larkspring Row. Weather permitting, the work is expected to be completed by late October.
The trees were destroyed by invasive emerald ash borer beetles and pose a potential danger to pedestrians and cyclists. The resulting wood and debris from the project will remain on site to allow for nutrient recycling and local wildlife habitat.
The work will be performed by contractor Excel Tree Experts.
For questions or concerns about this project, contact Sean Poholsky with the Department of Recreation & Parks at 410-313-0701 or email sppoholsky@howardcountymd.gov.