It shall be unlawful as a normal practice for any person, firm, or city department to top any City tree, park trees, or other tree on public property. Topping is defined in Section 917.02(e). Trees severely damaged by storms or other causes, or trees under utility wires or other obstructions where other pruning practices are impractical may be exempted from this section pursuant to the determination of the Director of Public Service or designee. The Director of Public Service or designee will serve as a liaison during emergencies. The unlawful topping of a covered tree shall result in a fine of $150.00, plus tree and stump removal expenses, plus the replacement of said tree with three (3) new trees. Tree spacing and location of the three (3) replacement trees are to be determined by the Director of Public Service or designee.
(Ord. 165-2018. Passed 7-30-18.)