Neighbors try to save Monkey-puzzle tree in Portland

If you're going to tear down a tree in a Portland neighborhood, you know there's going to be a fight, even if you plan on planting more trees in the future.

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In the meantime, the Bureau of Development Services is still accepting comments on the subdivision of the land until the end of the day today. Contact Katy Harnden at 503-823-3581, if you would like to comment on the issue.

Author: Nick Bjork