Heritage Tree Ordinance Update

Exploring White Salmon's Heritage Tree Ordinance: A Story Map Journey

Visit Link: White Salmon Heritage Tree Ordinance Update Story Map

Our Heritage Tree Ordinance Story Map invites you to:

• Urban Forest Management: Gain insights into the city's approach to urban forest management.
• Insights from Survey Results: Explore key findings from the recent community survey conducted among residents, revealing attitudes and priorities regarding heritage tree conservation efforts.
• Project Schedule: Get an overview of the timeline for the heritage tree ordinance update, providing transparency and accountability in our efforts.
• Engage with Interactive Content: Immerse yourself in interactive maps, stunning photographs, and engaging narratives that bring the stories of these remarkable trees to life.

Celebrate the ongoing efforts to protect and preserve White Salmon's heritage trees for future generations. Learn how you can get involved and contribute to these vital conservation initiatives.

Public Hearing Notice

White Salmon has prepared a draft ordinance amending Title 18 By Revising Chapter 18.40, To Update the Heritage Trees Ordinance, including Chapter 17.72 Off Street Parking and Chapter 13.01.050 Stormwater Runoff Control Standards.

A public hearing, with a virtual/telephonic attendance option, will be held during the Planning Commission meeting on Wednesday, August 28, at 5:30 PM or as soon thereafter as possible. Any individual who wishes to testify in writting, person or via teleconference will be allowed to do so. Comments may be emailed to erikac@whitesalmonwa.gov. The hearing will be in the City Council Chambers, 119 NE Church. Please navigate to the Planning Commission page (https://www.whitesalmonwa.gov/bc-pc) for a link to participate in the Public Hearing remotely via Zoom.