Planning ahead saves later costs

Reduction of unhealthy trees can reduce storm damage costs.

Today tax payers pay for clean-up on public property when trees fall. This ordinance would allow recovery of costs of clean- up from property owners previously notified to take care of a hazardous tree.

Trees reduce stormwater run-off, cool the air and increase property value.

Trees are a part of our heritage:

Tree City is a designation that identifies the community as one that cares about their environment and increases points for many types of grants. A Tree Board advisory committee from City Beautiful can educate the public about good environmental management, nominate heritage trees, and give advise for planting selections on public property.