The director of public works is authorized to make such inspections and take such action as may be required to enforce the provisions of this chapter; provided, however, that a decision by the director of public works that any live and standing tree constitutes a dangerous obstruction shall be of no force and effect for the purpose of this chapter, except in an emergency situation, unless, and until, the tree committee has reviewed and advised the director of their recommendation. Should the recommendation of the tree committee be unacceptable to the director of public works, he or she shall take the issue to the city administrative officer resolution. In the case where the director must act due to an emergency situation he or she shall first advise the city administrative officer. (Ord. 1051 § 1 (part), 1985: prior code § 5221.3)