“Having objectively heard the reasons for both the tree to be removed and for the tree to remain; the information presented at the Tree Hearing at this time does not warrant a healthy large tree that is providing numerous environmental benefits to be removed.” – Dr. Greg Kramer Continue Reading →
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Neighbors Question Motives of Applicant Requesting Town Tree Removal at 5 Brookridge
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Back in November, Joe Pecora who is the contract purchaser, clear cut the property. On Friday he said he was requesting removal of a town tree for the purpose of life-safety. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Real Estate, 5 Brookridge Drive, Ann Knox, AshleyCole, Chris Franco, clear cutting, Donald Hamilton
Two Mature Trees Marked by Controversy Are Removed in Old Greenwich
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Two historic trees near the village of Old Greenwich are gone. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Dr. Greg Kramer, Greenwich Tree Conservancy, Sound Beach Ave, West End Ave
Tree Warden Schedules Hearing on Norway Maple at 5 Brookridge
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Greenwich Tree Warden, Dr. Greg Kramer has scheduled a public hearing via Zoom on the fate of a Norway Maple tree posted for removal at 5 Brookridge Drive, which happens to be the site of a recent tree clearing. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Real Estate, 5 Brookridge, Dr. Greg Kramer, tree hearing
After Tree Roots Cause Sewer Issues, Tree Warden Rules on Mead Ave Katsura
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The homeowner wanted the tree removed because its roots were causing the lateral sewer line that connects the mainline pipe to his house to become clogged, as the pipe is broken Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Byram, Dr. Greg Kramer, Mead Ave, tree warden
Creative Solutions Urged to Save Mature Linden Tree on West End Ave in Old Greenwich
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The 28-inch diameter Linden tree has an expansive canopy, but the plan to cut it down was initiated by a complaint about how it impedes the sidewalk on a heavily traveled urban connector. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Cheryl Dunson, Dr. Greg Kramer, Francia Alvarez, Jason Kaufman, JoAnn Messina, Linden tree, Old Greenwich
PHOTOS: Town Leaders Gather for Ribbon Cutting at Traffic Calming Bump-Out on Greenwich Ave
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The idea is to enhance the look of Greenwich Avenue, increase pedestrian safety by reducing the distance a pedestrian has to cross to get safely across the street, and improve sight lines and slow down cars. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Transportation, Alan Gunzburg, bump outs, Chief James Heavey, Dan Quigley, Dr. Greg Kramer, Fred Camillo
Greenwich Tree Warden Amends Ruling on Tree Removal at GHS
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Dr. Greg Kramer relented and said two London Plane trees in the way of the proposed access road could be removed. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Schools, access road, Cardinal Stadium, Dr. Greg Kramer, Greenwich High School, Joe Kelly, Peter Bernstein
Showdown over Trees Posted for Removal at GHS Highlights Flawed Process
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“The school looks barren and bleak, and someone referred to its style as ‘modern day penitentiary,’ for lack of replacing trees. We can work together to solve these problems, but we must address safety and access first.” – Elizabeth Dempsey, Hillside Rd Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Real Estate, Schools, Sports, Ashley Cole, Cardinal Stadium, Dr. Greg Kramer, Greenscape Committee
Tree Warden Announces Decision on Mature Oak on Greenwich Ave to Make Way for Intersection Upgrades
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The improvements are intended to make the intersection safer for pedestrians given police are no longer stationed to direct traffic from 9-5, to calm traffic and to add green space. Continue Reading →