For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
PARK TREE. Any trees or other woody vegetation in public parks and grounds.
STREET TREE. Any tree planted within the town right-of-way on either side of all streets, lanes, trails or ways within the town.
TOP or TOPPING. The severe cutting back of limbs to stubs larger than three inches in diameter within the tree’s crown to such a degree as to remove the normal canopy and disfigure the tree.
TREE BOARD. The group of citizens charged by ordinance to develop and administer a tree management program for trees on public property.
TREE TRIMMING. The removal of plant parts to control growth and enhance performance or function in the landscape by developing and preserving tree structure and health. The removal of water sprouts, sucker growth and hanging limbs is not considered TREE TRIMMING according to the provisions of this chapter.
(Ord. 71, passed 10-3-2013)