Environment
Prentis Forest preservation
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Last discussed Feb 17, 2026.
Public comments (2)
OpposedRichard HammondFeb 17, 2026
Urged the city to preserve the wooded VCDC lot as 'Prentis Forest,' citing 300 petition signatures, 31 bird species identified by Cornell's app, and 83 existing lots plus new development acreage that make more housing sites unnecessary there.
City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes - Feb 17, 2026 · 2:34 →OpposedSusanne SkyrmFeb 17, 2026
Spoke about Vermillion's Tree City USA designation since 1985 and the environmental, mental-health and image benefits of preserving urban natural areas like Prentis Forest; asked supporters in the audience to raise their hands.
City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes - Feb 17, 2026 · 9:00 →