In a recent government meeting, officials addressed the ongoing appeal concerning changes to the development code related to tree preservation. The appeal process, initiated by a local party dissatisfied with the government's actions, involves filing a notice of intent to appeal to the Land Use Board of Appeals (LUBA). This notice does not specify the reasons for the appeal, leading to a procedural phase where the local government compiles the necessary records for review.

Currently, the city is in the early stages of this process, and officials indicated that they cannot yet comment on the strength of the city's case or the specifics of the appellant's arguments. The city plans to defend its position vigorously, emphasizing that the revised development code remains in effect as of August 16, following the relevant ordinance. Importantly, the appeal does not halt the implementation of the code, as there is no automatic pause associated with a LUBA appeal.

As the situation develops, city officials expressed their commitment to transparency and will provide updates as the appeal progresses through the necessary legal channels.