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Dayton discussion of tree ordinance, Tree City USA and emerald ash borer response highlights private‑property limits
Summary
Commissioners discussed pursuing Tree City USA, revising the city’s tree ordinance to allow limited authority for hazardous/disease trees, and the city’s current approach to Emerald Ash Borer inspections and right‑of‑way removals.
Members discussed pursuing the Tree City USA designation and updating the city’s tree ordinance to broaden protections and allow limited action on diseased trees.
Commissioners said Tree City USA requires an Arbor Day proclamation, a tree board and a spending threshold (roughly $2 per capita annually, which can include equipment hours). Commissioners said Dayton likely meets the spending threshold and that a draft ordinance is with planning and the city attorney for revisions.
Commissioners and staff discussed…
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