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disallowed species, locations, techniques and treatments. <br /> TREE TRIMMING: Recommended trimming and pruning techniques are outlined in the <br /> City Tree Plan. Tree topping is specifically prohibited on all public lands. (Ord. 1107, 12- <br /> 9-91) <br /> 706.03: TREE BOARD: <br /> The Parks and Recreation Commission shall act in all matters relating to the advisement <br /> of issues contained in this Chapter and all others relating to forestation within the City. <br /> The process, conditions for appointment and terms shall be the same as those for the <br /> Parks and Recreation Commission. (Ord. 1107, 12-9-91) <br /> 706.04: APPLICABILITY: <br /> This Chapter applies to all trees, plants and shrubs located within street right of ways, <br /> parks and public places of the City, and to trees, plants and shrubs located on private <br /> property that constitute a hazard or threat as set forth in this Chapter. (Ord. 1107, 12-9- <br /> 91) <br /> 706.05: FORESTATION MANAGEMENT: <br /> A. City Horticulturist: The Director of Parks and Recreation shall act as the City <br /> Horticulturist. (Ord. 1107, 12-9-91) <br /> B. Authority of City Horticulturist: The City Horticulturist shall have jurisdiction and <br /> supervision over all trees, shrubs and plants located within street right of ways, parks <br /> and public places of the City, and to trees, plants and shrubs located on private <br /> property that constitute a hazard or threat. (Ord. 1107, 12-9-91; amd. 1995 Code) <br /> C. Duties of Horticulturist: The City Horticulturist may cause the planting of trees on <br /> public grounds and may direct the trimming, removal, treatment or other care of any <br /> tree, shrub or plant on private property in order to preserve or restore its condition or <br /> to protect the public from damage or injury. The cost of any such work may be <br /> assessed against the property on which the tree is located. <br /> D. Tree Planting Plan: In addition to the other responsibilities under this Chapter, the <br /> City Horticulturist shall prepare a Comprehensive Tree Plan regarding the planting <br /> of trees on public property within the City and the planting of trees on private <br /> property that may present a health or safety hazard. When approved by resolution of <br /> the City Council following a review by the City Tree Board, the Public Works <br /> Director and Community Development Director,the Comprehensive Tree Plan and <br /> any modifications will be the Official Plan of the City. After the adoption of the <br /> Official Plan, no tree planting permit will be issued which does not conform to the <br /> Tree Planting Plan. <br /> E. Tree Planting Plan Contents: The Tree Planting and Maintenance Plan shall address <br /> the following matters together with any other matters deemed appropriate by the City <br /> Horticulturist: <br /> 1. List of Acceptable Varieties: The list may provide for the planting of certain <br /> varieties or mixes of varieties in certain locations. <br /> 2. Specifically prohibited plantings. <br /> 3. Minimum size. <br /> 4. Grade. <br /> 5. Method of planting and support. <br /> 6. Maintenance. <br /> 7. Recommended trimming and pruning techniques. (Ord. 1107, 12-9-91) <br /> 706.06: OTHER REGULATIONS FOR PLANTING TREES OR <br />