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The Tree Advisory Committee may from time to time establish special committees to assist it in • studying specific questions and problems. The membership of such committees shall not be limited to Tree Advisory Committee members. The Tree Advisory Committee may not delegate to any such committee its official powers and duties. 13. Tree Board Required to Keep a Record of Meetings The Tree Advisory Committee shall choose its own officers and keep a journal of its proceedings. 14. Conflict of Interest on Tree Board A member who has a conflict of interest shall disqualify himself or herself and withdraw from participation in the matter. The member shall not sit with the Tree Advisory Committee during the consideration and discussion of that matter. 15. Appointment of City Forester The position of the City Forester is hereby established. The City Forester shall be appointed by the City Council,based upon recommendation from the Tree Advisory Committee. 16. Designate City Department Responsible for Trees The City Tree Program shall be administered by the Street Department. The Department shall be supported in its program by other departments and organizations within the City of Elk River. • Duties 1. Duties(Introductory Sentence) The Tree Advisory Committee shall advise and consult the City Forester on any matter pertaining to the City of Elk River tree ordinance and its enforcement. The topics under which this advice and consultation may be given may include,but are not limited to, any of the following: Responsibilities of the City Forester shall include,but not be limited to: 2. Duty to Plan and Implement an Annual Plan of Work It shall be the responsibility of the Tree Advisory Committee to study, investigate, consul and develop and/or update annually,and administer a written plan for the care,preservation,printing, planting,replanting,removal or disposition of trees and shrubs in parks, along streets, and in other public areas. Such plan will be presented annually to the City Council and upon their acceptance and approval shall constitute the official comprehensive city tree plan for the City of Elk River. 3. Duty to Advise The aesthetics and appropriateness of all tree plantings and landscape plans within public right-of-way/tree easement projects; • Landmark Tree Nominations for adoption by the City Council;Landmark Tree removals;