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lawns receive more than one if possible. (TTF Recommendation 95) 5. Encourage monetary and other donations by private citizens in tree plantings in parks and public areas. (TTF Recommendation 96) 6. Maintain a"Right tree, right place" policy to allow the City to minimize tree death and infrastructure impacts while increasing the long-term viability of trees. (TTF Recommendation 96 & Forestry) 7. Plant the largest suitable tree for a given site to maximize the economic and ecological benefits of that site to the community, given the longer lifespan of and greater magnitude of benefits bestowed by larger trees. (TTF Recommendation 96 & Forestry) 8. Maintain a policy of varying trees by age and species on any given street, park, or public area to help mitigate the threats posed by pests, diseases, storms, or old age, thereby reducing the likelihood of large tree losses across the city and resulting in a more consistent tree canopy over time. (TTF Recommendation 96 & Forestry) 9. Educate residents concerning the availability of complimentary tree planting on tree lawns, the Gift-a-Tree fund, as well as the opportunity to participate in a low-cost purchase of trees for private yards. (TTF Recommendation 97 & 13) 10. Prioritize maintenance of trees and new plantings in the commercial corridor, particularly in light of new developments. (TTF Recommendation 98) 11. Ensure that all relevant City employees and contractors are trained to reduce negative impacts to tree roots, limbs, and other vulnerable tree elements in the course of mowing, trimming, machinery operation, digging; concrete work, construction work, and similar activities. (TTF Recommendation 99) 12. Cooperate with a permanent Tree Commission for the purpose of collaborating with City officials regarding its urban tree policies and practices, promoting the City's tree programs and educating residents regarding responsible tree stewardship. (TTF Recommendation 910)