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May 2025 Update:

Email AI Summary:

Here’s a concise summary of the message from Jeff Annen and DNR specialist Fred Hengst:

Summary – Mt. Morris Managed Forest Law (MFL) Review

On May 12, 2025, a walkthrough of Mt. Morris’s 98-acre forest was conducted with DNR MFL specialist Fred Hengst. Fred shared several recommendations, summarized below. Jeff is still reviewing them in detail and will advise on next steps soon. For now, this is an FYI:

Key Takeaways:

Stand 4 (oak forest): Originally scheduled for harvest in 2031. Due to widespread invasive shrubs, DNR recommends:

Start invasive shrub control soon and continue over 20–30 years.

Delay harvest until ~2050 (outside riparian zones), unless planning to re-enter MFL after 2034 expiration.

Stands 2, 3, 6 (pine plantations): Recommend thinning in 2031, including stump treatment to prevent root rot.

Stand P6: Regeneration check scheduled around 2028.

Stand 7 (Little Lake area): Lake appears larger than on current MFL map, but this doesn’t significantly affect program compliance.

Invasive Species: Immediate, ongoing control is strongly encouraged. Cost-share programs and contractor lists are available.

MFL Enrollment: Current enrollment ends 12/31/2034. A new plan/application must be submitted by 6/1/2034 if re-enrollment is desired.

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MFL Update Mt. Morris Email (May 2025).pdf

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