Committee approves Blaine Sutton for tree board and backs requested tree removal after public comment

Mar 18, 2026

The Long Beach Board of Aldermen appointed Blaine Sutton to the city tree board and approved removal of a disputed tree after public comment and discussion about a prior board dispute; the board required design approvals or limited temporary repairs where applicable.

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The Long Beach Board of Aldermen voted to appoint Blaine Sutton to the city’s tree board and approved a planning decision to remove a tree at a private property after a public comment period and discussion of prior board conduct.

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