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Council continues tree-ordinance second reading; manager to form advisory group including a civilian
Summary
Council moved to continue second reading of a proposed amendment to the city tree ordinance to a time certain in November so staff can return with clarified, non-substantive language and an urban-tree advisory group that will include a civilian member.
On second reading the council considered an amendment to Chapter 5.6 (tree regulations) intended to strengthen enforcement and clarify processes for the city tree board. Councilmembers raised repeated concerns about whether the ordinance was ready in its current form and asked for specific language to establish a public advisory process.
City Manager said staff will create an "urban tree" advisory group…
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