HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution No. 26-24RESOLUTION NO. 26-24
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA,
DESIGNATING A 42 -INCH -DIAMETER LIVE OAK TREE AT 375
ATLANTIC BOULVARD AS A HERITAGE TREE; AND PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, Atlantic Beach's tree canopy beautifies our community and improves the lives of
our citizens and visitors by bringing nature to our urban environment and preserving environmental
sanctuaries for connection with the natural world; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Atlantic Beach desires to be a good steward
of the tree canopy, particularly specimens of physical and historical significance; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission has may the ability to designate individual trees as Heritage
Trees, according Section 2341 (a) of the Atlantic Beach Code of Ordinances; and
WHEREAS, the heritage tree designation is voluntary and increases the mitigation ratio if the
tree is ever removed; and
WHEREAS, a 42 -inch -diameter live oak tree in the side yard of the property at 375 Atlantic
Boulevard is nominated by the property owner; and
WHEREAS, the nominated live oak tree has a 132 -inch circumference; is approximately 129
years old; and holds intrinsic value due to its age and size.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by the City Commission of the City of Atlantic Beach:
SECTION 1. hereby designates a 42 -inch -diameter Live Oak and at 375 Atlantic Boulevard as
private Heritage Trees.
SECTION 2. This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon its passage and adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City of Atlantic Beach, on this 23rd day o ary 2026.
Attest:
Curtis Ford, Mayor
Donna L. Bartle, City Clerk
Approved as to form and correctness:
Jas R. Ga iel, CityAttorney