HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-05-23 Public Comment - L. Schulz - UPF Board_ Tree Removal SuggestionFrom:Lara Schulz
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Cc:Angie Kociolek; Mitchell Overton; I-Ho Pomeroy; Jennifer Madgic; Daniel Carty; Chris Mcqueary
Subject:UPF Board: Tree Removal Suggestion
Date:Sunday, July 2, 2023 9:18:52 PM
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To whom it may concern,I have spent some time browsing the Forestry Department‘s page within the City of
Bozeman’s website. Under Tree Removal there is mention of paying full compensation for the appraised value of a
tree (boulevard, not private), however, there is nothing about the timing of the removal of treesand the federal requirement to avoid nesting season.
This is exactly where public education could begin. Please consider including a link withfurther information regarding the importance of maintaining nesting habitats until breeding
season is over- at the very least. A great example would be one similarto http://madroneaudubon.org/conservation-bird-safety-nesting-season.php
I am noticing a tremendous amount of tree removal recently. It seems there is either totaldisregard for habitat, breeding/nesting concerns and/or a lack of enforcement.
Lara G Schulz
406.599.3200