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Council adopts tree-replacement policy to replant removed trees on public property
Summary
Council adopted option 4 of a proposed tree replacement policy that tracks removed trees and prioritizes replanting on city-owned spaces (parks, medians, municipal lots) as funding allows; staff will publish FAQs and link the policy with maintenance guidance.
Public works staff presented a tree-replacement policy option that would catalog removed trees and prioritize planting on city-owned land—parks, medians and municipal parking lots—subject to funding. Dave summarized that the proposal "hits all the marks" and explained the policy would be paired with the city’s maintenance program and FAQs on the website.
Council moved to adopt the policy as presented. Members said they appreciated the clarity and the linkage to maintenance funding; the motion passed by voice vote and staff will proceed with the policy roll‑out and web content.
