PIERRE. (KCCR) — The Pierre City Commission gave final approval to an ordinance revision Tuesday night to increase the height trees must be cleared to over streets, alleys and sidewalks. Parks and Recreation Director Bryan Tipton says its a simple change…
The extra two feet will give clearance to larger vehicles and will help reduce damage from those vehicles striking overhanging branches. Mayor Steve Harding says the city worked hard to make the public aware of the proposed change…
Previous efforts by the Pierre City Commission to increase the height had been opposed by residents. During the ordinance revisions first reading last week, officials said the city is seeking a grant that would help the city help residents in clearing the extra space over the next three years if the grant is approved.
