(A) It shall be the responsibility of the Board to study and develop and/or update annually, specifications for the care, conservation, pruning, planting, replanting, of publicly owned trees and shrubs in parks, along streets, and in other public areas. Such information and reports plan will be presented annually to the Town Council. The Board, when requested by the Town Council, shall consider, investigate, make finding, report and recommend upon any special matter or question coming within the scope of its work.
(B) The Board shall choose its own officers, make its own rules and regulations, and keep a journal of its proceedings. A majority of the members shall be a quorum for the transaction of business.
(C) The Town Tree Board develops and maintains arboricultural specifications for tree care and replacement as follows:
(1) A list of desirable trees for planting along streets in 3 size classes based on mature height: small (under 20 feet,) medium (20 to 35 feet) and large (over 35 feet).
(2) A manual of tree planting and tree maintenance specifications.
(Ord. passed 9-11-2006)