Public commenters urge proactive tree care; contractor denies being source for media claim

Sep 15, 2026

Leon Moyer urged proactive termite treatment and better visuals for agenda items; contractor Rob Bridal told the commission an online article falsely implied he had signed off on a hire and said ISA records contain no evidence that he provided a recommendation.

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During public comment, Leon Moyer urged the commission to display photos of trees under discussion on meeting screens so the public can see tree condition and replacements, and asked whether the city or urban forestry staff proactively look for termite damage to protect canopy. Moyer said in his experience some treatments and protective pitch can aid tree survival.

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