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Tree Preservation <br /> • <br /> A possible subject for consideration during the joint Elk River City Council and Planning <br /> Commission Meeting. <br /> Are we putting a high enough priority on preserving our remaining urban forests? <br /> I realize that tree preservation in a developing community is a very complex issue. I also <br /> feel that we can do a better job than we are doing now, though I am not exactly sure how. <br /> In a conversation with Terry Mauer last week, he indicated that we could positively <br /> impact tree preservation by directing staff to make it a high priority when dealing with <br /> developments. <br /> I would also like to ask some questions as food for thought. <br /> 1. Should our tree preservation ordinance be enhanced or improved? <br /> 2. Can we require developers to save ( )% of trees? <br /> 3. Can our"conditions" include a"care until established" clause so that the <br /> replacements we are requiring have a higher survival rate? <br /> • 4. Can zoning be changed to be more sensitive to our forests? (this would require <br /> significant tree stands to be identified) <br /> Thank you for listening. If you think this is a project that deserves some work and need <br /> some help with (and don't mind if I'm from Big Lake Township) I would be willing to <br /> learn more about tree preservation and assist in reviewing our ordinance. <br /> Dave Anderson <br /> 441-4582 <br /> • <br />