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Morris Township adopts amended tree ordinance after months of public input
Summary
The Morris Township Committee adopted Ordinance O1‑25 amending Chapter 57 (tree protections) after public comment highlighted concerns about exemptions, enforcement and use of arborist expertise. Committee members said the ordinance addresses clear‑cutting and can be revised later.
Morris Township on Wednesday adopted Ordinance O1‑25, amending Chapter 57 of the township code to revise the local tree protection rules.
The ordinance was approved by roll call vote; all five committee members present voted to adopt O1‑25. Supporters on the dais said state timing and existing township programs made adoption necessary now, while several residents urged stronger protections, tighter exemptions and professional oversight.
The adoption followed about 45 minutes of public comment focused on how the ordinance treats small‑lot properties and large or specimen trees.…
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