Emerald Ash Borer Found in Arapahoe County 

In June, Arapahoe County identified its first case of Emerald Ash Borer (EAB), an invasive insect that infests and kills North American species of ash trees. The case was detected in a small area in northeast Littleton and was confirmed by Arapahoe County agencies, Colorado State University Extension specialists and experts from surrounding municipalities. 
Ash trees comprise approximately 15% of Colorado's urban forest, and it is estimated that there are 20,000 ash trees in the City of Englewood.  

What is Emerald Ash Borer?

Emerald Ash Borer is an insect responsible for the destruction of millions ash trees throughout the United States.  Ash trees comprise approximately 15% of Colorado's urban forest.  It is estimated that there are 20,000 ash trees in the City of Englewood.   

• Determine if you have an ash tree on your property.
• Educate yourself and others about the threat from Emerald Ash Borer.
• Decide if tree removal or treatment is right for you.
• Apply for the EAB Subsidy Program.
• Only plant non-ash trees on your property.