Legislation Details

File #: 25-2903    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Donation Status: Passed
File created: 4/28/2025 In control: Commissioners Court
On agenda: 5/8/2025 Final action: 5/8/2025
Title: Request for approval to accept from Paul Rubenstein the donation of two 1-gallon Araucaria Angustifolia trees with an estimated value of $100 for Mercer Botanic Gardens.
Attachments: 1. Paul Rubenstein tree donation Form 770.pdf
Primary Department: Commissioner, Precinct 3
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Commissioner Tom S. Ramsey, P.E.

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Type of Request: Donation

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Request for approval to accept from Paul Rubenstein the donation of two 1-gallon Araucaria Angustifolia trees with an estimated value of $100 for Mercer Botanic Gardens.
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Background and Discussion:
These trees are critically endangered, so they need to be kept in the right conditions for growth and health. They originated from the planting of tree nuts.


Expected Impact:
Preservation and conservation. Trees can live to be 500 or more years old.




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County Strategic Plan Goal: 5. Minimize the impact of climate change and disasters.
County Strategic Plan Objective: I: Increase access to safe, clean, and enjoyable green space.
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