Courthouse Trees Fall

Workman were on the job early Friday morning removing a couple of damaged trees on the Bladen County Courthouse lawn.  Robert Mazur, General Services Manager for the county, said earlier, "two of these majestic and historic oaks have succumbed to disease and must be removed.  Others are being trimmed to allow for continued healthy growth.  One removed Friday morning was a Laurel Oak (closest to the courthouse) and the other is a large Live Oak (at the intersection of 701 & 87).  Plans are to replace the trees to ensure the respectful esthetics's of the Bladen County Courthouse.

Mazur said he received numerous calls Thursday from citizens concerning the removal.  Some concerned about trees being removed.  (pics attached show the trees were dying)  Others were concerned about the number of trees to be cut.  Mazur says only 2 were cut.  Others will be trimmed to allow them to continue healthy growth.  Some were concerned about hiring someone outside the county to cut the trees.  Mazur said a decision was made to consult an Arborist on the removal of the sick trees and to offer suggestions on the condition and care of the remaining trees on the courthouse property.