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ORDINANCE 39-2020 - AN ORDINANCE to take effect immediately provided it receives the affirmative vote of at least two thirds of the members of Council to amend Section 565.02, Authority of Director of Public Works, 565.06, Care of trees during Building Operations, 565.07, Moving of Trees, 565.10 Prohibited trees, and Section 565.11, Preservation and Removal of Trees on Public Property, of the Codified Ordinances of the City of Lakewood to articulate public noticing regarding planned tree removals, the role of the Tree Advisory & Education Board in the process and the resolved principles guiding forestry strategy. (Placed on 1st reading and referred to PWS 11/16/20; 2nd reading 12/7/20)
We are writing in support of Ordinance 39-2020. We are specifically supporting the proposal of a 30-day written notice to the homeowner and a visable sign located near the tree that is slated for removal. The Lakewood tree canopy cuts down on pollution, contributes to the sustainability, beauty and history of our city. We see no reason why notice cannot be given unless it is an emergency but that language is contained in the ordinance. Also, the city needs to hold contractors accountable for any avoidable damage they cause to our trees or roots of our trees. We, the tax payers, would like to see this ordinance passed so we can continue enjoying our beautiful tree canopy.
Thank you,
Dear Council Members,
We are writing in support of Ordinance 39-2020. We are specifically supporting the proposal of a 30-day written notice to the homeowner and a visable sign located near the tree that is slated for removal. The Lakewood tree canopy cuts down on pollution, contributes to the sustainability, beauty and history of our city. We see no reason why notice cannot be given unless it is an emergency but that language is contained in the ordinance. Also, the city needs to hold contractors accountable for any avoidable damage they cause to our trees or roots of our trees. We, the tax payers, would like to see this ordinance passed so we can continue enjoying our beautiful tree canopy.
Thank you,
Bryan Maday and Kellie Haley