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Tumwater Tree Board approves scheduling change, plans joint field trip and accelerated code review timeline
Summary
The board moved to cancel two preboard meetings if no business exists, agreed to a July 28 joint field trip with planning commission and city council to view code examples, and discussed a timeline aiming to present draft tree‑code ordinances to council in early February.
Tumwater — The Tumwater Tree Board on May 11 approved a schedule adjustment and discussed an accelerated timeline for tree‑code revisions tied to planning commission and city‑council review.
Board members reviewed a proposed calendar of joint meetings and a July 28 field trip (intercity transit bus) to view good and poor tree‑protection examples. Staff said draft ordinances and a “crosswalk” document comparing current and proposed code language will be in the July packet and that August and September meetings will focus on language refinement ahead of an expected council hearing in early February.
A motion to cancel the July 13 and September 14 preboard meetings "if there is no business" was moved and seconded; Tanya seconded the motion and board members vocalized assent. The chair declared the motion carried.
Why it matters: Tree‑code language will govern how developers plan sites, how credits for tree preservation are calculated and how the city balances housing density mandates with canopy goals. Board members discussed credit models tied to tree size and species and the need to ensure requirements are feasible for small parcels.
What’s next: Board members were asked to review incoming draft ordinances and crosswalk documents and to attend the July 28 field trip when possible. Staff will confirm meeting notices and quorum requirements for joint meetings and will circulate draft code materials when available.
Action at a glance: The board’s scheduling motion was recorded during the meeting; staff will adjust notices and return to the board if additional special meetings are required.
