Four Trees Planted in Middle of Astoria Sidewalks Relocated

Residents of Astoria, Queens, were surprised to find new trees planted in the middle of the sidewalk. Residents took to social media to express their concerns, with some viewing the trees as obstructions and others seeing the positive aspects of living closer to nature. The city's Parks Department explained that the trees were planted away from the curb due to the presence of underground utility lines. However, after receiving feedback from the community, the department agreed to relocate the trees to more suitable locations, addressing the residents' concerns while continuing to beautify the neighborhood.