City to remove mature trees from Union Common
Marlborough officials announced the city will remove several mature trees from Union Common that were found dying or compromised, with the city and First Church planning to replant in spring.
The City of Marlborough announced Nov. 2 that it will remove several mature trees from Union Common after determining they are dying or significantly compromised, creating potential safety hazards.
The city acknowledged the trees have long been part of the landscape and that their removal may disappoint residents, but said public safety must remain a priority.
The city and First Church plan to plant new trees at Union Common in the spring to restore the landscape and preserve its natural beauty, according to the announcement.
Source: City of Marlborough (Mayor's Office) announcement, November 3, 2026.
Checked against the record: before publication this article was automatically compared with the original announcement.
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