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Resident urges action on diseased trees; city ties removals to street project
Summary
Resident Kristy Ziegler told the council she is concerned about diseased trees in Canton; staff said some trees may be removed during the planned street reconstruction and that property owners are responsible for removal costs.
During the public‑comment period of the April 13 meeting, resident Kristy Ziegler raised concerns about the number of diseased trees in Canton and asked the council to address the issue.
City staff responded that the topic has been discussed previously and that some of the affected trees will be removed in coordination with the anticipated street reconstruction project. Staff clarified that costs for tree removal are the responsibility of individual property owners unless otherwise arranged.
The council did not take formal action on the matter at the meeting; the item was noted for future coordination with the streets reconstruction schedule.
