Lake Worth Drainage District votes to remove massive banyan tree despite efforts by Delray Beach officials

A massive banyan tree in Delray Beach will be removed after a unanimous vote by the Lake Worth Drainage District on Wednesday.

The controversial decision comes despite city officials’ efforts to preserve what they call the largest tree in Palm Beach County.

The tree was discovered during renovations of Delray Beach’s municipal golf course, sparking a preservation battle between the city and the drainage district…

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