Tree service companies performing work on public trees are required to apply for a license through the Blackfoot public works department. Applications are then reviewed by designated members of the Blackfoot community forestry department and the public works department. Upon approval, licenses shall be issued by the Blackfoot public works department valid for one year from the date of issue for a fee of twenty five dollars ($25.00).
A. Licensing Requirements:
1. International Society Of Arboriculture (ISA) certified arborist on staff.
2. An ISA certified arborist to be on site while work is being performed.
3. Liability insurance in the amount of one million dollars ($1,000,000.00).
4. Knowledge and compliance of OSHA regulations.
5. Knowledge and compliance of ANSI A300 standards, a copy of which will be on the city of Blackfoot website.
B. Revocation Of License: The Blackfoot public works department with the recommendation of the Blackfoot community forestry department may revoke a license for violation of any section of this chapter. (Ord. 2137, 10-6-2015, eff. 10-6-2015)