No person shall perform the work operations of planting, cutting, trimming, pruning, removing, spraying or otherwise treating any tree or shrub upon the public right of way, street, alley or other public grounds within the City, without first completing an approved maintenance course for tree care operations utilizing American National Standards Institute (ANSI) A300 or its equivalent or without first being certified or licensed as an arborist. The Commission may impose specific tests, licensing requirements, certification or other methods to determine the professional status of those individuals performing work on trees and shrubs within the City.
(Ord. 0-913. Passed 4-13-99.)