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Council discusses tree replacement options in proposed tree removal ordinance
Summary
Council discussed potential changes to the borough's tree-removal ordinance to allow developers to pay a fee for tree planting or plant approved trees elsewhere; staff flagged additional drafting and legal review would be required.
Council reviewed a proposed change to the borough tree-removal ordinance and discussed options for a tree-replacement program. Staff advised that developers could be allowed either to pay a fee to the borough that would fund tree planting or to plant replacement trees in alternative approved locations, but further changes to ordinance language may be needed.
A staff member identified as Jim said he would advise council on the possible ordinance changes required; the council did not adopt an ordinance at the meeting and asked for further analysis before any formal amendment.
The discussion was preliminary and did not set a timetable or fees; council instructed staff to bring proposed language and options for future consideration.
