Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) detected in Arvada

In June, the Colorado State Forestry Service confirmed that EAB is present in Arvada. There are 12 ash trees on HOA property (this does NOT include ash trees in our common area on City-owned property). The BOD has begun to identify potential tree services to help us determine which of our ash trees are healthy and the cost of treating them (treatment must be repeated every two years), and which of our ash trees are unhealthy, are best removed and the cost of replacing them.

As we get bids from tree specialists, we will ask if they are willing to provide a discount to residents interested in having their trees assessed and potentially treated or removed. Remember, EAB spreads quickly to nearby locations. Once a tree is infested with EAB, it takes about 3 years for it to die, unless the tree, previously in good health, is chemically treated to protect it against EAB, so it is beneficial to the community for residents to be proactive in responding to this situation. We will keep the community informed regarding our treatment plans and options for potential neighborhood discounts.