The city is looking at ways to protect and grow its tree canopy, which is currently struggling due to drought and development.
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Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days, 2 the 90 before that.
Soil cell systems cost approximately $30,000 per tree.
Residents and visitors who will benefit from increased shade, improved air quality, and a more walkable downtown environment.
Developers, who face higher upfront infrastructure costs for new projects.
The city is looking at ways to protect and grow its tree canopy, which is currently struggling due to drought and development.
The city is losing tree canopy, which affects neighborhood heat levels and air quality. The council is looking at ways to plant more trees and update ordinances to protect existing ones.
The city is looking at requiring developers to use 'soil cells' to ensure street trees survive in the downtown area. This would improve shade and air quality but increases construction costs for developers.
The city wants to change how trees are planted in downtown areas so they actually survive. This involves using special 'soil cells' to give roots room to grow under sidewalks.
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