Dispute over trees: Can young plants thrive in the drosis path?

Dispute over trees: Can young plants thrive in the drosis path?

Neustrelitz, Deutschland - in Wesenberg, the latest decision by the city council causes a lot of excitement. Ernst Firmont, a committed citizen, is upset about the felling of four stately, 100 -year -old Robinia in the adjacent cemetery. This lost a piece of nature that not only permanently shaped the surroundings, but also the cityscape. The city justifies this step with necessary maintenance work and traffic safety, but the locals have a different feeling. In a direct connection, several young trees were planted on the Droseedower Weg, but concerns about their development are increasing.

What is at stake? The newly planted trees, which could reach heights of 20 to 30 meters, “stick” to the old stocks. This was rated as unhappy by city representatives and experts. District spokesman Nils Henke has already made it clear that the trees along the district road fall into the responsibility of the community, which further fueled the discussion. Mayor Steffen Rißmann (CDU) stated that the planners should have examined the situation on site in more detail. And what suggests Firmont? The young trees could be planted on the opposite side of the street, where there would be enough space for their healthy development.

environment and residents

The importance of the trees for the city climate cannot be emphasized enough. They produce oxygen, filter dust and pollutants, and ensure humidity, which is more than valuable, especially in densely populated areas. However, approval may be necessary if trees are felled or changed. The ban on felling, which applies between March 1 and September 30, also limits such measures. In view of the current situation in Wesenberg, it remains to be seen how the residents react and whether they are willing to accept the falling leaves of the newly planted trees.

It is essential that the discussion about urban planning not only affects the trees themselves, but also affects the city and townscape. As the Senate in Berlin determines, there are challenges with felled trees that could not be replaced. In the capital, the quality of life suffers from a loss of trees, and alternative sources of financing such as donations are required to ensure the preservation of the street trees in the area of ​​tension between humans and nature. Firmont is also ready to help the community financially to enable new plants.

The idea of ​​respectful interaction between urban development and the green lungs of urban space requires creative solutions. Let's be curious whether those responsible in Wesenberg show a good hand and find a sustainable solution that not only meets the wishes of the citizens: inside, but also the ecological conditions.

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