Queens councilman introduces bill to create Downed Tree Task Force

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To improve the health of trees in New York City, Councilman Peter Koo introduced a package of legislation to create a Downed Tree Task Force and to improve tree inspection and reporting requirements. 

According to Koo, fallen trees and tree limbs pose significant dangers to New Yorkers during severe weather events.