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Maple tree are under attack by Borers!  Some specialist even state that within the next 3-10 years we will witness the death of most of these trees in our area.

Here are some links:

• Maple Trees are More Susceptible to Borer Insects (Southwest Missouri Univ)
• Insect Borers of Fruit Trees  (Univ. of Missouri)
• Insect Borers of Shade Trees and Woody Ornamentals (Univ. of Nebraska)

Good News:  The maple tree between the street and sidewalk the city of Overland Park manages.  If you suspect an issue with your tree contact the city and they will inspect/remove/replace the tree for FREE!  It’s not a quick process but it is FREE!.  Click here Tree Service Request to start your process.

Of course you can spend a few hundred dollars and have a tree service do it in a day or two.

Bad News:  If the issue with trees NOT between the street and sidewalk then you will have to pay to remove and haul away.

Friendly Note:  Understand the Overland Park policy on Tree and Shrub Maintenance

Maple Leaf Festival:  Baldwin, KS-Oct 19-20, 2013

When:  Sunday August 4, 2013 @ 6pm-7pm (or all gone!)
Where:  Pool.

I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream!
Join us for some ice cream fun after a hot summer day.  Plus lots of opportunities for mingling between mouthfuls.  Its a family affair so come one or come all.  Free to all home owners families and day guests at the pool.

Volunteers Needed:  To scoop ice cream, please step up to the table on the day of the event and volunteer for 10 minutes.  Thanks!

Home Owners:  Streets are open to traffic so, Beware of Kid street crossings.  Suggest walking to the event is best.

Mark Sweany, Fire Marshal, City of Overland Park has some Frequent Asked Questions on the Blasting project near Nottingham by the Green and Quivera.

Blasting Project near Nottingham by the Green FAQ

Furthermore, Mark wanted every resident to be aware that the Fire Department is on site every day to monitor the situation while blasting continues.

When: July 4th, 2013, 9:30am CST
Where:  Starts at W 129th Street & Bond.  Finishes at Pool.
Parade Map

Kids start decorating those bikes!  We will start the parade sharply at 9:30am at W129th Street and Bond.  Have those bikes all decorated by start time.  Please use the sidewalks prior to 9:30am.  When the parade starts we will ride our bikes on the right side of the road to the pool.  At the pool we will have awards on best bike and a special treat for the Fourth of July.

Parents we need your HELP!  Please contact Gerald Flurer Social Events committee member who will be heading up this event.

Home Owners:  Please be aware that Bond Street within Amber Meadows will be closed to traffic from 9am-10amCST on July 4th.  If you will need to move your car during this time please do so prior to this event.  BEWARE KIDS IN STREET! Thank You!

Friendly Reminder: City of Overland Parks Fireworks Regulations:  http://www.opkansas.org/city-government/fire-department/prevention-and-safety-tips/fireworks/

FYI: Best fireworks display can be found here:  http://www.opkansas.org/events/op-fourth-of-july-celebration-fireworks/