I wish to thank Town Engineer Mike Ott and the landscape architects who have planned the installation for trees in downtown Madison. I rejoiced when I saw how the old sycamore tree was dressed. I have long been fond of it and had noticed its decline in recent years. I suspected that it did not receive adequate water.

When I saw the new cutout for it, I was so happy that an exception in the curb line was made for it showing kindness and respect for the grand old tree. I note that it is doing better this summer as there is new, vigorous growth on the lower branches. Thanks go to those involved in the planning and decision.

Karen M. Kumor

Madison