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Heated public comment focuses on tree removals, consultants and upcoming Whittier election
Summary
Dozens of speakers urged the council to preserve the city’s tree canopy, criticized consultant spending and tied the tree issue to the April municipal election; others defended council actions and called for public participation in the EIR process.
Public comment at the March 10 meeting centered on tree removals, consultants and civic trust — with multiple speakers urging the council to stop current policies and others defending the council’s public‑safety rationale.
Speakers representing organized groups said petitions and outreach demonstrate widespread opposition to the suspension of the Parkway Tree Manual. “Tonight the city council will undoubtedly vote to continue the relentless dismantling…
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