Whenever it becomes necessary to protect the lines or property of the electric distribution system of the city, the Utilities Superintendent shall have the right to remove and cut away in a careful and prudent manner overhanging branches or limbs of trees so that its lines shall be free and open. Such right, privilege and authority may also be exercised by the city whenever the Mayor and City Council at any regular or special meeting shall pass a resolution stating its intention so to cut or remove such obstructions to the lines and service of its electric distribution system.
(2005 Code, § 3-914)