Residents raise tree and ecology concerns as Hunziker plan includes landscaping changes

Sep 2, 2022

Neighbors pressed the city about loss of trees and concrete replacement; Logan Telles said the conceptual plan includes four‑foot planters with street trees and that urban forestry staff will select species and engage further with the neighborhood on heritage trees and planting plans.

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A resident asked what the plan would mean for existing landscaping and mature trees, warning about climate and ecological impacts of replacing green space with concrete. Logan Telles said the conceptual design includes four‑foot landscaping planters with street trees and that the city's urban foresters will choose species appropriate to the planter sizes.

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