The SPOA Community Slash Pile closed for the season on October 6, 2024. This will allow for time to prepare the site for burning at the first available snowfall depth that allows for a burn permit.

While the Slash Pile did allow for SPOA members to remove dead or fallen trees from their property and to perform some mitigation efforts, it also allowed for some persons to abuse the area.

A significant amount of construction debris and wood containing nails was placed in the area.

This requires manual segregation and hauling for disposal in Milner at SPOA expense.

In addition, some non- combustible items and trash were placed there, and items that were oversize such as entire stump and root assemblies.

There was dumping by commercial lawn or tree service that increases the cost that must be covered by SPOA Members.

As always, the Board of Directors will consider the continued operation of the Slash Pile as part of the 2025 Budget that is being developed.

For those of you that followed the guidance related to using the area, Thank YOU!