The intent and purpose of this chapter is to preserve the "Monroe
Oak" and designate it as a tree having historic value within the Township
of Monroe, and thus making it the common property of the citizens
of the Township to be protected and maintained by the Township.
The "Monroe Oak" is hereby designated a historic tree.
The "Monroe Oak" shall not be removed unless, in the opinion
of the Township Council:
A. Said tree is so diseased or infested as to endanger the public or
to be a danger to other trees; or
B. Said tree is dead and its continued presence would cause endangerment
to the public, the property owner or an adjoining property owner;
or
C. Said tree is detrimental to health or safety.
In addition to the owner of the property or such other person
or persons having the right of possession in the property upon which
the "Monroe Oak" is located, the Township shall have the unfettered
right to enter upon the property at any time for the sole purpose
of inspecting, maintaining and protecting the "Monroe Oak."