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<br /> Policy change may not have a large impact, as most people do support the <br />boulevard tree program. <br /> Trees would still be installed in new residential developments in <br />accordance with the Zoning Ordinance. <br /> Money that would have been used to replace the tree can then be used for <br />a boulevard tree for another property. <br />The Environmental Board voted “No” to Question 3. <br /> <br /> <br />The Environmental Board and staff recommendations from the January 25th, 2023 <br />meeting are as follows: <br />1. Should the City continue requiring boulevard tree planting? Yes. <br />2. Should the City continue the practice of replacing boulevard trees that have been <br />removed? Yes. <br />3. Should a resident have the choice to opt -out of a replacement if the boulevard tree <br />associated with their property is removed? No. <br /> <br /> <br />Requested Council Direction <br /> <br />Staff is requesting City Council direction on the following questions: <br /> <br />1. Should the City continue requiring boulevard tree planting? <br />2. Should the City continue the practice of replacing boulevard trees that have been <br />removed? <br />3. Should a resident have the choice to opt -out of a replacement if the boulevard tree <br />associated with their property is removed? <br /> <br />If no, staff will continue with the current practice of replacing all removed <br />boulevard trees. Staff will communicate the Council position as needed. <br /> <br />If yes, a procedure for opting out should be identified. Is the opt-out available in <br />all cases or does it require City Council review on a case-by-case basis? <br /> <br />Attachments <br /> <br />None. <br />