HomeMy WebLinkAboutE.11 Ordinance 12.28 Street and Parkway Trees Revisions- First ReadPresented by: Shanita Tillman,
Sr. Management Analyst
November 12, 2024
2023 Vision
Statement
Supports goal #1 "Ensure
Our Fiscal Viability"
1979 Ordinance Establishment:
Managed tree planting, maintenance, and removal on
public streets and parkways.
2017 Update:
Included fee schedules, fines, and taxes. Defined
homeowner responsibilities for tree maintenance.
Key Proposed
Revisions
Right-of-Way Access:
Requirement for right-of-way easements in areas
lacking legal right-of-way access.
Definitions:
Clear definitions for terms like "city tree" to avoid
confusion.
Maintenance Responsibilities:
Homeowners’ maintenance duties clarified, with
certain exemptions for tree removal.
Additional
Proposed Revisions
Routine Maintenance:
Homeowners handle adjacent tree watering and cleanup.
Tree Selection Based on Parkway Size:
Tree list tailored to fit parkway size, promote biodiversity, and enhance neighborhood aesthetics.
Guidance from General Plan:
Tree maintenance follows the Circulation Plan for right-of-way dimensions and city-maintained trees.
City Right-of-Way
(Residential Areas)
The city’s right-of-way extends from the
street curb to the sidewalk and may
include part of a homeowner’s front lawn.
This area is considered public property,
managed by the city for roads, sidewalks,
utilities, and tree planting.
Homeowners must maintain this space but
need city approval for planting, removing
trees, constructing, or other changes.
Encroachment permits may be required for
modifications within the right-of-way.
Property Owner Participation:
Agreements allow owners to plant or
prune trees in the right-of-way, with City
oversight.
Encouragement for Urban Forestry:
Promotes resident engagement in tree
care while maintaining City control.
Agreements &
Community Involvement
Recommendation
Read by title only and waive further reading.
Introduce an ordinance to amend Title 12,
replacing Chapter 12.28 entirely.
Conduct Public Hearing.