Councilmember S. Rice proposes budgeting for hazardous tree removal along Park Avenue

Councilmember S. Rice proposed that the city allocate money in an upcoming budget for removal of hazardous trees along the Park Avenue right of way during the Panorama Park City Council meeting on Jan. 8, 2026.

Mayor Rice called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll call was recorded as: Present — J. Krause, S. Perry, S. Rice; Absent — J. Krause, D. Smith. The record contains a contradictory roll-call entry listing J. Krause as both present and absent; attendance beyond what is recorded here was not clarified on the record.

The council approved the meeting agenda on a motion by S. Rice with S. Perry seconding; Mayor Rice called the vote and recorded "All ayes." The consent agenda — which included approval of the Dec. 11, 2025 council meeting minutes, the December 2025 financial statements, and payment authorizations for December 2025 employee payroll and claims — was approved on a motion by S. Perry, seconded by I. Foltz; the mayor recorded "All ayes."

During committee reports, S. Rice referenced a Jan. 4 article in the QC Times about the city and raised the hazardous-tree issue, suggesting the council budget funds to remove trees along Park Avenue that pose a hazard in the public right of way. The record does not show a formal motion, a staff report, or a follow-up directive related to the suggestion; no detailed cost estimates, timeline, or department assignment were provided at the meeting.

There were no public comments recorded, and the mayor reported no items. Mayor Rice called for adjournment; a motion by S. Rice and second by S. Perry passed with "All ayes," and the meeting was adjourned at 7:20 p.m.

The suggestion to budget for hazardous-tree removal may be considered during the city’s formal budget process or referred to public works for cost estimates; the meeting record does not specify next steps.