Trees in the High Street
From "Forest Gate & Maryland Community Assemblies 2022"
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High streets need more greenery, pollution levels are high and this is one way of improving this. Making our public spaces more pleasant to be in and encouraging people to value them . If people enjoy being in the space they litter less and it is good for their mental health and I think creating green spaces in the concrete parts of the high street can do this.
Trees can be planted in planters above the ground in Woodgrange High street, local residents and shop keepers will get involved in maintaining them.
Last year we did this in Upton Lane and it has been really successful getting everyone involved and changing the road for the better. I am a resident in Forest Gate and the application is for £5000 for planters, soil and trees. The Budget is at follows :
3 large planters £4350 - £1450 each. with soil and plants
Two small planters for single trees £600 - £300 each
Spring Bulbs £50.
total £5000
