Tree & Land Preservation Board Meeting

# ABBREVIATED MINUTES

# CITY OF BRADENTON TREE & LAND PRESERVATION BOARD

# 1:30 P.M. Friday, January 17, 2025

City Hall Council Chambers, 101 Old Main Street

## PRESENT

Tree and Land Preservation Board Members: Jennifer Hoffman-Chair, Lauren Aristizabal-Vice Chair, Edward Dean, Ruth Lawler, Susan Griffith. City Staff: Jamie Schindewolf-Senior Planner, Lori Brunner-PCD Administrative Assistant.

## REGULAR MEETING

Call to Order: by Jennifer Hoffman at 1:37 p.m.

## Pledge of Allegiance.

Move to Approve: Meeting Minutes from December 20, 2024, by Ruth Lawler and seconded by Lauren Aristizabal.

## Public Comment: None

## Reports from City Staff:

Jamie Schindewolf mentioned the tree removal permits from December and the Tree City designation for the 29th year. Jennifer Hoffman suggested that the board do a special presentation next year for the 30th. Ms. Schindewolf also brought up the tree giveaway funds and stated that she will need an estimate as soon as possible. Ms. Hoffman began a discussion of the giveaways during the year, and made suggestions of the amount of trees per event. Ms. Schindewolf went over the next City Council meeting dates to get the request of funds on the consent agenda for the next meeting. Ms. Hoffman will provide the estimate to Ms. Schindewolf by the end of next week for the February 12th City Council meeting. She said that this estimate will include 4 Farmers Market’s, and Earth Day. More will be discussed at a later date.

## NEW BUSINESS

None

## OLD BUSINESS

Marketing Materials – Ruth Lawler and Ed Dean began a discussion about why planting trees is important, their benefits, and the preservation of trees. Ms. Lawler would like to raise the awareness of the value of trees through any way possible. Susan Griffith spoke about the annual Tree Quest and Palma Sola

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Botanical Gardens whom she has partnered with to do an educational series that primarily focusses on the benefits of trees. There was further discussion about land preservation and protection of trees. City employees help in the distribution of educational and marketing materials. Ms. Hoffman read an email from Board member Richard Larsen about a grant opening in reference to urban and community forestry. Ms. Schindewolf will ask Ross Peterson and the CRA about the need for this grant. Ms. Hoffman passed out fliers that she created. The information on the flier, as well as the branding guide, was discussed.

## BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS

Ms. Griffith began a discussion about the list of Notable Trees that each Board member was given to observe and take photos of. Each member spoke about their assigned trees. Mr. Dean brought up which trees may not be good for Notable Trees. Ms. Hoffman will put together the results and send them to Ms. Schindewolf. Ms. Lawler will look for other Notable Tree Programs. Ms. Hoffman brought up the following Keep Manatee Beautiful Projects: • Earth Day will be at the 13th Avenue Dream Center to update landscaping, create a small community garden, sunshades for the playground equipment, and possibly a mural, on April 19th. • Taylor Park in Palmetto, on March 1st, for plantings and possible Manatee County tree giveaway. • Planters in Palmetto project done in January along with Downtown Palmetto Mainstreet Program along 10th Street and Riverside.

## ADJOURNMENT

Ms. Hoffman adjourned the meeting at 2:43 p.m.

Jennifer Hoffman, Chair 2/21/25 Date

Agenda

AGENDA

BRADENTON TREE & LAND PRESERVATION BOARD MEETING

1:30 p.m. Friday, January 17, 2025

COUNCIL CHAMBERS - 101 OLD MAIN STREET

1.

CALL MEETING TO ORDER

2.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

3.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

a)

Planning & Community Development :

December 2024 Meeting Minutes

TLP BOARD DRAFT Minutes 12-20-24.docx

4.

CITIZEN COMMENT

During this portion of the meeting, the Board will accept comments on any non-agenda items. Comments are limited to a maximum of 3 minutes.

5.

REPORTS FROM CITY STAFF

a)

Planning & Community Development :

December Tree Removal Permits

Dec Tree Permits.pdf

b)

Planning & Community Development :

Tree City USA Update

c)

Planning & Community Development :

Tree Giveaway Funds Procedure

6.

NEW BUSINESS

7.

OLD BUSINESS

a)

Planning & Community Development :

Marketing Materials

8.

BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS

9.

AGENDA BRADENTON TREE & LAND PRESERVATION BOARD MEETING 1:30 p.m. Friday, January 17, 2025 COUNCIL CHAMBERS - 101 OLD MAIN STREET 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a) Planning & Community Development: December 2024 Meeting Minutes TLP BOARD DRAFT Minutes 12-20-24.docx 4. CITIZEN COMMENT During this portion of the meeting, the Board will accept comments on any non-agenda items. Comments are limited to a maximum of 3 minutes. 5. REPORTS FROM CITY STAFF a) Planning & Community Development: December Tree Removal Permits Dec Tree Permits.pdf b) Planning & Community Development: Tree City USA Update c) Planning & Community Development: Tree Giveaway Funds Procedure 6. NEW BUSINESS 7. OLD BUSINESS a) Planning & Community Development: Marketing Materials 8. BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS 9. ADJOURN All interested persons and parties may appear either in person and be heard or submit written comments regarding the above matters to the Planning and Community Development Director. The meeting may be continued from time to time as necessary. Copies of the agenda or further information may be obtained from the Department of Planning & Community Development, 101 Old Main Street, Bradenton, FL, 34205, or by calling (941) 932-9407. 1

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT: The City of Bradenton prohibits discrimination in all of its services, programs or activities on the basis of race, color, age, disability, sex, national origin, religion, genetic information or marital status. Persons with a disability needing a reasonable accommodation to participate in, or who require assistance or an alternative means for communication of program information such as Braille, large print, etc., should contact: City of Bradenton ADA/Title VI Coordinator 101 Old Main Street Bradenton, FL 34205 ADACoordinator@cityofbradenton.com 941-932-9470 TTY: 7-1-1 or 1-800-955-8771 La ciudad de Bradenton proveera servicio de interprete a las personas quienes su primer lenguage no es el ingles. Si necesita estos servicios, usted o su representante puede comunicar al ADA/Title VI Coordinator, 101 Old Main Street, Bradenton, FL 34205. Tambien puede llamar al (941) 9329470 o enviar correo electronico a ADACoordinator@cityofbradenton.com. 2

AGENDA ITEM NO. 3.a Item Cover Page DATE: January 17, 2025 SUBMITTED BY: Jamie Schindewolf, Planning & Community Development ITEM TYPE: Minutes AGENDA SECTION: APPROVAL OF MINUTES SUBJECT: December 2024 Meeting Minutes SUGGESTED ACTION: Vote to approve, amend, or deny minutes TREE & LAND PRESERVATION BOARD MEETING AGENDA ITEM REPORT Is this item Quasi-Judicial? No Does this item require a public hearing? No ATTACHMENTS: TLP BOARD DRAFT Minutes 12-20-24.docx 3

ABBREVIATED MINUTES CITY OF BRADENTON TREE & LAND PRESERVATION BOARD 1:30 P.M. Friday, December 20, 2024 City Hall Council Chambers, 101 Old Main Street PRESENT Tree and Land Preservation Board Members: Jennifer Hoffman-Chair, Lauren Aristizabal-Vice Chair, Ruth Lawler, Susan Griffith. City Staff: Robin Singer-Director, Planning and Community Development, Jamie Schindewolf-Senior Planner, Lori Brunner-PCD Administrative Assistant. REGULAR MEETING Call to Order: by Jennifer Hoffman at 1:30 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance. Move to Approve: Meeting Minutes from August 16, 2024, September 13, 2024, and November 15, 2024: Motion to Approve August 16, 2024, by Ruth Lawler and seconded by Lauren Aristizabal. Motion to Approve September 13, 2024, by Ruth Lawler and seconded by Susan Griffith. Motion to Approve November 15, 2024, by Ruth Lawler and seconded by Lauren Aristizabal. Public Comment: None Reports from City Staff: Jamie Schindewolf mentioned the permits from previous months. She then stated that the changes to the Land Use Regulations passed; quorum and tree types including planting. One suggestion from the Board was to inform the public how to prepare trees for hurricanes. It was stated that Ed Dean has been working on this subject. Jennifer Hoffman mentioned that she would like to start in January giving out trees due to the hurricanes and the loss of so many trees. She stated that she has also had brochures printed already. Ms. Hoffman also said that she has spoken to Tom from Sweet Bay Nursery to watch for certain trees for when the Board needs them. NEW BUSINESS Ms. Schindewolf discussed the Tree Board calendar for 2025 with one change in April. 4

Motion to accept the 2025 calendar by Jennifer Hoffman and seconded by Aristizabal. All in favor. OLD BUSINESS a) Discussion of Marketing Materials – Ms. Hoffman stated that in past years the Board has given $20,000 to $40,000 worth of tree giveaways between Arbor Day and Earth Day. She feels that trees can be given away all year long. She would like to ask for $50,000. Ruth Lawler asked about getting more people involved, such as volunteers, which would help with the tree giveaways. The Board discussed additional places for the giveaways. Motion to request $50,000 in tree fund monies for tree giveaways in 2025 by Jennifer Hoffman and seconded by Ruth Lawler. All in favor. Ms. Aristizabal suggested involving students and/or scout troops. Marketing Materials were already discussed. b) Statewide Canopy Assessment – Ms. Hoffman said that you can go online and check City or County sites and see their tree canopies. She stated that Richard Larsen said that you can use what the State provides on their site. BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS Ms. Lawler discussed being at the November 18 th meeting concerning the Perico trees in the medians. She feels that it was a great presentation and went very well. People want to protect the oak trees. The Mayor was also there and stated that the trees are staying. She also wants to share 2 links with the Board; she will send them to Ms. Schindewolf. They are about why forests are important, and trees in the communities. The Board discussed trees that were damaged or came down during the recent hurricanes, as well as legacy trees. Also, spending money to spruce up damaged trees. Ms. Schindewolf will send out a list. ADJOURNMENT Ms. adjourned the meeting at 2:12 p.m. Jennifer Hoffman, Chair Date 5

AGENDA ITEM NO. 5.a Item Cover Page DATE: January 17, 2025 SUBMITTED BY: Jamie Schindewolf, Planning & Community Development ITEM TYPE: Miscellaneous AGENDA SECTION: REPORTS FROM CITY STAFF SUBJECT: December Tree Removal Permits SUGGESTED ACTION: Discuss TREE & LAND PRESERVATION BOARD MEETING AGENDA ITEM REPORT Is this item Quasi-Judicial? No Does this item require a public hearing? No ATTACHMENTS: Dec Tree Permits.pdf 6

Record Record Alias Name Status Record Type Created Date Location Property Type OTH-TRE- 24-0005 Tree Removal Payment Due Building/Tree Removal/NA/NA 12/6/2024 1011 21ST St E, BRADENTON, FL 34208 Clubs, Lodges, Union Halls OTH-TRE- 24-0004 Tree Removal Issued Building/Tree Removal/NA/NA 12/6/2024 813 32ND St W, BRADENTON, FL 34205 Single Family December 2025 Tree Permits 7

AGENDA ITEM NO. 5.b Item Cover Page DATE: January 17, 2025 SUBMITTED BY: Jamie Schindewolf, Planning & Community Development ITEM TYPE: Miscellaneous AGENDA SECTION: REPORTS FROM CITY STAFF SUBJECT: Tree City USA Update SUGGESTED ACTION: None TREE & LAND PRESERVATION BOARD MEETING AGENDA ITEM REPORT Is this item Quasi-Judicial? No Does this item require a public hearing? No ATTACHMENTS: 8

AGENDA ITEM NO. 5.c Item Cover Page DATE: January 17, 2025 SUBMITTED BY: Jamie Schindewolf, Planning & Community Development ITEM TYPE: Miscellaneous AGENDA SECTION: REPORTS FROM CITY STAFF SUBJECT: Tree Giveaway Funds Procedure SUGGESTED ACTION: N/A TREE & LAND PRESERVATION BOARD MEETING AGENDA ITEM REPORT Is this item Quasi-Judicial? No Does this item require a public hearing? No ATTACHMENTS: 9

AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.a Item Cover Page DATE: January 17, 2025 SUBMITTED BY: Jamie Schindewolf, Planning & Community Development ITEM TYPE: Miscellaneous AGENDA SECTION: OLD BUSINESS SUBJECT: Marketing Materials SUGGESTED ACTION: Discuss TREE & LAND PRESERVATION BOARD MEETING AGENDA ITEM REPORT Is this item Quasi-Judicial? No Does this item require a public hearing? No ATTACHMENTS: 10