This ordinance designates the coast redwood tree at 4 Montclair Terrace as a landmark tree, which provides it with special recognition and protections under the Public Works Code. It includes findings that support this designation and outlines necessary actions to implement it.
Ordinance designating the coast redwood (Sequoia sempervirens) tree located at 4 Montclair Terrace as a landmark tree pursuant to the Public Works Code; making findings supporting the designation; and directing official acts in furtherance of the landmark tree designation, as defined herein.
How it got here
The legislation to designate the coast redwood tree at 4 Montclair Terrace as a landmark tree originated from a nomination by the property owner and was supported by the Urban Forestry Council's criteria established in previous resolutions.
The property owner of 4 Montclair Terrace nominated the coast redwood tree for landmark status.
The Urban Forestry Council adopted Resolution No. 001-17-UFC, endorsing the tree for landmark status based on its rarity, physical attributes, and environmental benefits.
The Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution No. 440-06, establishing criteria for the designation of landmark trees, which is codified in the Public Works Code.
The Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution No. 63-09, amending the criteria and forms for the nomination and evaluation of landmark trees.
The Land Use and Transportation Committee recommended the ordinance for passage.
The Board of Supervisors finally passed the ordinance designating the coast redwood tree as a landmark tree.
The Mayor approved the ordinance, finalizing the designation of the tree as a landmark.
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