06/08/2026
🌳 BIG NEWS FOR THE CITY OF AITKIN! 🌳
The City of Aitkin was awarded a $314,000 MN DNR Community Re-Leaf Grant to help remove ash trees impacted by the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) from private property.
The Emerald Ash Borer has now been spotted within city limits, and this grant will help our property owners. 💚
We strongly encourage homeowners, renters, contractors, and community members to attend one of our upcoming Community Meetings to learn more about:
✔️ The ash tree removal program
✔️ Who may qualify
✔️ Application details and timelines
✔️ Next steps for residents
📅 Community Meeting Dates:
• Monday, June 8, 2026 at 2:00 PM
• Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 6:00 PM
📍 Location:
City of Aitkin Fieldhouse Community Room
(204 Bill Cline Way)
📝 Applications are due August 1, 2026.
🔗 Application Link:https://www.ci.aitkin.mn.us/vertical/sites/%7B9F360B34-0F91-4BCE-A7F7-452366ADB164%7D/uploads/Application_for_Residents.pdf