Tree controversy hits the Globe

[bobobb.livejournal.com]

I found this commentary interesting and it's right in Davis Square!

http://www.boston.com/community/blogs/askthepilot/2014/01/a_somerville_tree_saga_redefin.html

As a landlord who had to cut back a dying tree or have my insurance cut off (as a letter from the insurance company threatened), I have mixed feelings about this commentary and the author's suggestions. At the same time, I have three other healthy trees in my backyard I wouldn't touch.

Comments

[witchdogtor.livejournal.com]

Nothing destroys the aesthetics of a neighborhood (on multiple levels and senses) like the removal of a tree. I rent and therefore have no say in the maintenance of the last few remaining trees in my neighborhood, but I would gladly "adopt" one and accept responsibility for its upkeep if it meant that I had a voice in deterring the big tree-eating truck.