The purpose of this chapter is to establish policies, regulations, and standards necessary to ensure that the city will continue to realize the benefits provided by its urban forest. The provisions of this chapter are enacted to establish the Tree Board as part of the Parks and Recreation Committee; provide guidance to the Tree Board; establish requirements of tree care personnel working on public trees; coordinate maintenance of public trees; promote education for all citizens on proper tree care practices and encourage tree diversity; and nurture community participation in tree care and planting.
(Prior Code, § 13.16.010) (Ord. 18-2008, passed 11-5-2008)