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Public raises alarm about Summit Avenue trees; council lays tree preservation ordinance over for more input
Summary
During a public hearing on a proposed tree preservation ordinance for city projects, residents and preservation groups urged stronger protections. Councilmember Naker moved a layover to Feb. 26 to gather additional input and refine rules.
The Saint Paul City Council on Jan. 22 held a public hearing on a proposed tree preservation ordinance (ordinance 25‑4) for city‑sponsored projects and laid the matter over to Feb. 26 to allow additional public input and staff rulemaking.
Several residents told the council they were startled by the speed of the ordinance process and urged stronger, enforceable protections for trees. “When you cut trees down, it…
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