Atlantic Beach ·Environmental Stewardship Committee ·Apr 8, 2026 ·Item 5.B / March 25 New Business

Two heritage tree applications approved

high confidence · 7–0 · passed unanimously

Recommended → Debated → Decided

Recommended

Staff (City Arborist Delk) supported both applications.

Debated

Delk described the Live Oak Lane tree as a beautiful live oak struck by lightning years ago that recovered well — calling it "one of the best I've seen" and "amazing" — and noted the homeowner applied after learning about heritage designation following recent tree losses in the area. The Ocean Boulevard application was also supported by staff, with both trees on private property with willing homeowners.

Decided

PASSED — both heritage tree applications for 1809 Live Oak Lane and 1024 Ocean Boulevard approved.

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Vote record

TALLY

7–0

passed unanimously