The Leaning Elm, one of a pair of American Elms in the Central Plaza of Tompkins Square Park was cut down yesterday. The arborists feared that it was a danger to the public. Reverend Billy showed up to try and climb the tree and tree-sit to prevent it coming down.
September 22, 2014 at 12:00 pm
The inside of the tree doesn’t look rotten – was that the case?
September 22, 2014 at 12:15 pm
Like I said in the video, no I don’t think the tree was dangerous. If the cables were kept and the overhang trimmed a bit, I think it could have remained for years. But it all boils down to: if they keep the cables the lawyers can show fear of weakness and hit the city up for more cash if someone is hurt.
September 24, 2014 at 7:37 pm
Great coverage. As the Reverend so aptly put it, Foolalujia!
Glad the hole was confirmed, would have been an even bigger shame otherwise. But yeah, as you say, asses must be covered.