Jennifer notices there are branches that overhang the roads near her house. when trucks drive by, they hot the branches. she feels that this is a danger to drivers. Her city, however, has a policy of preserving the appearance of canopy roads, or roads shaded by tree canopies.
A. she should contact her local garden club members for herbicides to kill trees
B. she should print an article in the newspaper about protection of canopy roads
C. she should choose the best policy to follow and inform the city of her decision
D. she should perform research to check if the city is aware of the driving hazard
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I think B is a good option, too, as a way to bring the problem to the City's attention and perhaps get support from other citizens. There are other options not listed here, such as attending a City Council meeting and, during the public comment portion of the meeting, stating her case. D is a good option, too, and a first step to other forms of action.
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The best course of action for Jennifer would be option D. She should perform research to check if the city is aware of the driving hazard caused by the overhanging branches. Here's how Jennifer can go about this:
1. Start by conducting online research: Jennifer can search for the city's website or any public resources related to road safety or policies on tree preservation. She can also look for any news articles or reports that discuss similar concerns or issues.
2. Contact the local municipality: If Jennifer is unable to find information online or wants to ensure she has all the necessary details, she should reach out to her city's local municipality or government office. She can ask about their policies on tree preservation and road safety, and if they are aware of the hazard caused by the overhanging branches.
3. Gather evidence: While conducting research, Jennifer should document specific instances or examples where drivers are endangered by the overhanging branches. This evidence will strengthen her case when communicating with the city.
4. Notify the city: Once Jennifer has gathered sufficient evidence and information, she should inform the city about her findings. She can contact the relevant department or individual responsible for road maintenance or tree preservation. This could be the public works department, city council, or mayor's office.
5. Share concerns and propose solutions: Jennifer should communicate her concerns about the potential danger the overhanging branches pose to drivers. In her communication, she should highlight the importance of road safety while acknowledging the city's preservation efforts. Jennifer may also suggest potential solutions, such as selective trimming or tree maintenance, to address the issue without completely eliminating the tree canopy.
By following these steps, Jennifer can responsibly gather information, present her concerns, and propose practical solutions to the city regarding the hazard caused by the overhanging branches on the roads near her house.