Tree Report Complete File Updated 101524

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) 1. Did your tree study look at tree species? a. Yes. Species identified include: i. Oak (Quercus alba, Q. velutina and Q. rubra), several maples (Acer sp.), hickory (Carya glabra, C. ovata and others); flowering dogwood (Cornus florida); sassafras (Sassafras albidum); American beech (Fagus grandifolia) and black cherry (Prunus serotina). 2. Has the site been surveyed since the original tree study was performed? a. Yes, a subsequent field observation was conducted in August 2024. 3. What changes were observed? a. The forest has essentially remained unchanged with the exception that beech leaf disease was observed. 4. Why is deer fencing needed? a. As noted in the presentations made in 2023 and this evening, the forest has very limited undergrowth including seedlings of young trees. Deer fencing allows a forest to regenerate through the growth of understory plants (shrubs and herbaceous plants) as well as new trees. 5. How will plants enter the fenced area? a. Seeds will be transported by wind, direct transport by small animals including birds and insects and water. Seeds can travel long distances by these means. In addition, the trees that are within the fenced will provide seeds for new seedling growth. 6. What will happen to the deer within the fenced area? a. There will be no deer in the fenced area after completion. The Applicant will be required to move the deer out of the area just prior to the final gate installations. 7. What will happen to the deer in the area? a. As noted in the report, there is little left for the deer to eat in this area. However, it should be noted that over 70 acres of land will neither be fenced or disturbed. 8. What will happen to other wildlife in the fenced area? a. Deer fencing does not impede the passage of smaller animals. The openings are graduated in size up to 8” openings. Animals such as fox and raccoons generally either climb the fence or burrow under it. Smaller animals simply pass through the fencing. 9. What advantages does increased understory growth provide to the surrounding area? a. Increased understory growth, both woody and herbaceous, will: i. Increase the visual barrier between the developed area and surrounding properties. ii. Decrease the flow and the speed at which the water travels and increase 5