Controversy Over Tree Clearing Along Highway 275: A Call for Alternative Transportation Solutions

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A recent development has sparked concern among local residents as trees and brush along 275, from the Roosevelt on ramp to almost downtown exits, are being cleared. The sight of oaks, cypress, and palms being taken down has caused a stir on social media, with many lamenting the loss of greenery and the potential for more concrete infrastructure. The clearing has been so extensive that visibility into Sawgrass Park from 275 has increased. While some speculate that the clearing might be for an extra lane, the extent of the clearing, even in areas where an addition isn’t possible, has left many puzzled and concerned…

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