DISCUSSION ITEM
SPONSOR: Kristin Bennett, Chair
SUBJECT:
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DISCUSSION: USE OF TREE TRUST FUND FOR TREE REMOVAL
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SUMMARY:
At the January 19, 2023 meeting of the City Council, an item was passed that allowed the allocation of $100,00 from the Tree Trust Fund for removal of and replacement of trees.
The use of these funds for tree removal was deemed to fall within the definition of “maintenance” under section 12-6-10 of the City Code. Because words mean something, these funds were allocated, in accordance with Section 12-6-10, prior to being “appropriated,” it will have to come to the EAB for review.
This item allows the EAB to discuss the use of Tree Trust Funds for this type action.
PRIOR ACTION:
January 19, 2023 - City Council approved the allocation of $100,000 from the Tree Trust Fund for Tree Removal and Replacement. The measure passed 4-3, with Council Members Brahier, Broughton and Bare dissenting.
STAFF CONTACT:
Don Kraher, Council Executive
ATTACHMENTS:
1) Council Item 23-00010 - Request Funding from Tree Trust Fund
2) Tree Trust Fund Removal List
PRESENTATION: No