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Fort Lauderdale commission adopts Urban Forestry Master Plan, calls it "aspirational" as funding remains uncertain
Summary
The City Commission unanimously accepted an urban forestry master plan that sets long‑term canopy targets and preservation measures; commissioners and public commenters urged stronger enforcement, higher penalties for illegal mature‑tree removal and neighborhood‑focused replanting strategies.
The Fort Lauderdale City Commission on Jan. 6 unanimously approved an Urban Forestry Master Plan billed by staff as an aspirational road map to expand and protect the city’s tree canopy. Mayor Trentales introduced the resolution, which authorizes the city manager to execute agreements needed to implement the plan subject to budget appropriation and fund availability.
The plan was presented as long‑term and resource‑intensive. City staff warned commissioners the level of…
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