MIAMI – Commissioners in Miami are considering making changes to the city’s tree ordinance.
The sponsoring commissioner, Miguel Gabela, heard from several community members concerned about the controversial proposal during a town hall on Friday afternoon.
Some residents, include John Dolson, told Local 10 News they worry about any change that would reduce the city’s canopy.
City Commissioner Damian Pardo said he is opposed to “weakening the existing tree ordinance that combats urban heat, reduces flooding, and improves air quality. I strongly urge my colleagues on the Commission to prioritize broad public engagement before making decisions that could have long-term consequences for our community.”
ADDITIONAL INFO
Link to Miami City Commission Meeting: https://miamifl.iqm2.com/Citizens/FileOpen.aspx?Type=14&ID=3424&Inline=True
Link to Miami City Code Chapter 62 - Article X Tree Trust Fund: https://library.municode.com/fl/miami/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIITHCO_CH62PLZO_ARTXTRTRFU
Link to Miami City Code Chapter 17 - “Environmental Preservation”: https://library.municode.com/fl/miami/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIITHCO_CH17ENPR