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For Jackson Township, our office reviews the tree removal and landscape plans for the planning and zoning boards. We are also the consultants for the Shade Tree Commission. Our LTE aids the Township with grant applications, prepares tree planting / tree removal plans and specifications. We assist in the preparation and execution of bids, along with providing services during the construction administration phases for these projects. Finally, prior to the issuance of certificates of occupancy throughout the Township, our office conducts site visits for compliance of the Township Regulations/Ordinances pertaining to the onsite shade trees and prepares reports of our findings. In Howell Township, our LTE attends all Planning and Zoning board meetings for professional advice on new site plans before the boards. Besides issuing review letters on proposed subdivision and site plans, we provide construction services for Howell, as outlined above, including site walks of the property, residential complaints relating to new development and a thorough review of the site after construction prior to bond release to ensure the health and quality of the installed plant materials. As Township Forester in Toms River, our LTE reviews all applications before the Planning and Zoning boards for compliance with the Woodlands Management ordinance. On an as needed basis, our LTE will review residential tree complaints and provide recommendations for action. Recently, our office performed GIS based county park surveys for Hudson County. Our LTE surveyed each tree within three (3) designated parks for species, condition, and maintenance needs. Each tree was given a GPS data point as well as a specific label for ease of reference when needed. Once all of the inventory was completed, reports were generated to aid the County in managing this resource. With the introduction of the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) to New Jersey, our office has been able to provide both Manalapan and Marlboro Townships with windshield surveys to locate ash trees along public roads that are expected to be a hazard in the very near future as EAB does not take long to kill its host. Our LTE has worked with residents in answering numerous questions, performing site visits to determine the appropriate measures that should be taken for individual's ash trees, as well as consulting with the municipalities in deciding

in answering numerous questions, performing site visits to determine the appropriate measures that should be taken for individual's ash trees, as well as consulting with the municipalities in deciding protocol for township owned ash trees. The diversity of our forestry services are demonstrated through the consulting responsibilities our office has with our existing municipal clients. Below, is a listing of the type of Forestry Services provided by CME Associates: TREE REMOVAL/PRESERVATION ORDINANCE + Supervise the conservation of shade trees and administer provisions of Tree Removal Ordinance. + Issue tree removal permits relating to approved limit of disturbance, hazard trees, or expansion of useable property. + Determine tree replacement quantities and/or fees as per ordinance requirements. + Perform site inspections prior to permit issuance. + Perform necessary inspections and issue violation notices for non-compliance with ordinance requirements.