Tree removal to serve a double purpose

Workers took down two trees last week on the Main Street side of the Oconee Courthouse.  According to Lisa Burton, clerk of court, two purposes have been achieved.  The roots from the trees have grown under the sidewalk, creating a safety concern.  Additionally, as security at the county courthouse is beefed up with updated cameras, it was discovered that the pair of trees closest to the building were restricting camera visibility. As soon as the budget allows, Burton said, the two trees will be replaced by a type of lower growing shrub or tree.