Commission discusses simpler front-yard tree reimbursement pilot and possible $3,000 cap
Members discussed a front-yard tree reimbursement program emphasizing simpler rules, a cap (suggested $500 per tree), a one-tree-per-calendar-year limit to prevent gaming, and possibly allocating $3,000 as an initial pilot fund; staff will draft a flyer and web form.
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Commissioners discussed simplifying the front-yard tree reimbursement program to reduce administrative burden and increase participation. Chair suggested a streamlined set of bullet-point rules and a cap (examples discussed included $25 reimbursements for small purchases or a professional-install cap near $500); commissioners also proposed limiting the program to one tree per household per calendar year to prevent repeat claims.
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