The removal of dangerous, unsuitable, or unhealthy "Street Tree(s)", shrubs, bushes, and other woody vegetation by the Village of Lexington, Ohio, shall be as follows:
(a) "Street Tree(s)", shrubs, bushes, and other woody vegetation existing or planted in or on the "Tree Lawn", in or on the public right(s) of way, or in or on property owned by the Village of Lexington, Ohio, may be removed by the Village of Lexington, Ohio, as necessary to protect the public health, safety, welfare, and aesthetics.
(b) The Tree Commission may cause the removal of any "Street Tree(s)", shrubs, bushes, and other woody vegetation by using Lexington Village employees, or private contractors under contract with the Village of Lexington, Ohio.
(Ord. 00-13. Passed 3-6-00.)