Understanding Emerald Ash Borer: Threat & Solutions

1. Emerald Ash Borer Information

2. Emerald Ash Borer Agenda • EAB Overview • Review Oak Hill Inventory • Oak Hill Plans for Common Area Trees • Treatment Options (Arborist) • Removal of Trees • Tree Planting Reimbursement (City of Lenexa)

3. Emerald Ash Borer • What is emerald ash borer?Emerald ash borer is an exotic, invasive beetle that belongs to the metallic wood-borer family. It infests and destroys native North American ash trees. Approximately 20 million trees have been killed since 2002. • Where did emerald ash borer come from?Emerald ash borer is an insect native of Asia. It was introduced by accident into Michigan via infested ash crating or pallets. • How long has emerald ash borer been in the United States? In Kansas? In Johnson Count?Emerald ash borer was first discovered in the United States June 2002 in the Detroit area. The beetle was first found in Kansas Aug. 29, 2012 in Wyandotte county. As of 7/2013, there have been 5 cases of EAB in Johnson county. The nearest infected tree to Oak Hill was at 81st & Switzer

4. Emerald Ash Borer Oak Hill Ash Inventory Survey Completed in Spring of 2014 • 264 Ash Trees on 186 properties • 49 rated “Excellent” • 86 rated “Good” • 80 rated “Fair” • 49 rated “Poor” NO SIGNS OF EAB The Oak Hill Board recommends treating all trees rated “Fair” or better

5. Emerald Ash Borer Common Area Ash Trees • 34 Ash Trees along Lackman Road & 79th Street • All trees along Lackman & 79th running under power lines are rated poor and are slated for removal at a rate of 7 trees per year over the next 5 years. • Replacement plantings are planned during those 5 years • 4 Ash Trees in pool area (3 will be treated and one will be removed)

6. Emerald Ash Borer EAB Treatment / Tree Removal Options URBAN TREE SPECIALISTS www.urbantreekc.com 816-214-8327 For pricing discounts mention Oak Hill Homes Association

7. Emerald Ash Borer City of Lenexa EAB Management Plan Tree Removal Tree Replacements

8. Emerald Ash Borer Additional Resources City of Lenexa http://www.lenexa.com/parks/trees_ashwalnut.html K-State Research & Extension http://www.johnson.ksu.edu/p.aspx?tabid=1270 email: garden.help@jocogov.org Additional Information: http://pest.ca.uky.edu/EXT/EAB/EABcontrol2014.pdf