Tree Canopy Protection

Urged the board to protect ancient trees from wholesale cutting during development projects across the city.

Expressed heartbreak over environmental protection laws being bypassed for development and the loss of mature trees.

Called for a moratorium on specimen tree removal and criticized developers for treating tree removal waivers as a matter of course.

Stressed the importance of trees for oxygen, shade, and climate control in South Florida, arguing against cutting down trees for development space.