Bellingham council extends interim landmark tree rules six months, adds intent language; citizens press for transparency
The Bellingham City Council on Feb. 24 voted unanimously to extend an interim Landmark Tree Ordinance for six months and to add language clarifying the ordinance’s intent, after a public hearing that produced requests for greater transparency, stronger arborist oversight and an expanded public record of landmark‑tree decisions.
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The Bellingham City Council on Feb. 24 voted unanimously to extend an interim Landmark Tree Ordinance (LTO) for six months and adopt a council amendment clarifying the ordinance’s purpose, preserving time for a full Type 6 legislative process to consider a permanent rule.
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