A. Heritage Trees are those trees designated by the Tree Committee in accordance with the criteria set by the Tree Committee. Nominations may be submitted to the Tree Committee by any citizen with the consent of the property owner. A Heritage Tree may not be removed from the Heritage Tree registry without a public hearing by the Tree Committee at least 30 days prior to the proposed date of removal. Notice shall be provided to the owner of the tree at least 10 days prior to the hearing.

B. Heritage Tree plaques may be placed upon or near Heritage Trees. The Heritage Tree plaque will be in a form specified by the Tree Committee.