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Character and Beauty Benefit: Mr. McDilda was directed to draft some language that would include the following phrases: buffer different land uses; it is necessary for the beautification of the City of Ramsey; visual screening in transition zones; enhances the character of the City and its neighborhoods; natural and rural atmosphere; quality of life; to protect, preserve and promote the aesthetic appeal, character and value of the surrounding neighborhoods. Wildlife Habitat Benefit: Desirable habitat for wildlife. Energy Conservation Benefit: Provide for shade, windbreaks and the cooling of air; thereby, reducing the requirements for air conditioning and heating and the utilization of scarce energy sources. Air and Water Quality Benefit: Trees have an important role in neutralizing waste water passing from the surface of the ground to the ground water aquifer; maintaining permeable land areas essential to surface water management and aquifer recharge; aid in the purification of the air through the removal of harmful carbon dioxide, the generation of oxygen and precipitation of dust and other airborne pollutants. Economic and Social Benefit: . To safeguard and enhance the property values and to protect public and private investments. To preserve and protect the unique identity and environment of the City of Ramsey and develop the economic base attracted to the City of Ramsey by such factors. Ramsey, Minnesota is situated in an area covered with a variety of trees and shrubs that are a vital part of the heritage passed to us by nature and our forefathers. However, there is much concern over the recent indiscriminate destruction of trees in both public and private places. Erosion and Flood Control Benefit: Aid in the control of drainage and restoration of denuded soil subsequent to construction or grading; aid in the stabilization of soil by the prevention of erosion and sedimentation; reduce stormwater runoff and the costs associated therewith and replenish groundwater supplies. Pollution Prevention Benefit: Reducing air pollution; aiding in noise, glare and heat abatement. Water Conservation Benefit: A set of landscape design and maintenance principles which promote the use of appropriate plant materials that do not require special attention and which require little supplemental water to grow properly. Protection from Weather Benefit: Provide protection against severe weather; moderate the local climate. Findings: The City Council of the City of Ramsey does hereby find as follows: Disease or Insect Control Findings: Whereas, certain trees become the victims of phloem necrosis and of Dutch elm disease; and, Whereas, said diseases (and insects and environmental stress) spread and jeopardize the health of other trees.