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Council Member Gennaro's upcoming bill to protect trees within city's right of way

1:05:30

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4 min

Council Member Gennaro discusses his upcoming bill aimed at preventing the unauthorized removal of trees within the city's right of way, even if they appear to be on private property. The Parks Department representative acknowledges the issue and offers support in developing the bill.

  • The bill will address contractors removing trees on the property side of sidewalks but within the city's right of way
  • It will include an education program and enforcement measures
  • The Parks Department offers to connect Gennaro's team with their forestry experts to provide input on current practices