Tree maintenance ordinance
Summary
The city updated its tree ordinance so it can respond quickly to new tree diseases and pests like pine wilt without rewriting the code each time a threat appears.
At a glance
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Last discussed Mar 24, 2026.
Impact analysis
Everyone who values Brookings' tree canopy and Tree City USA status.
Property owners may bear new tree-removal responsibilities.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council — March 24, 2026
The city updated its tree ordinance so it can respond quickly to new tree diseases and pests like pine wilt without rewriting the code each time a threat appears.
City Council — March 10, 2026
The tree ordinance update lets the city respond faster to threats like pine wilt, not just ash borer and Dutch elm disease.
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