Scott,
Trees are a very sensitive topic at Cherry Hills (even more so then at most clubs). Part of the reason is that very few species of trees are indigenous to the Denver area (it is essentially high desert). Though we would like to and did propose taking out some of the Cottonwoods that line the stream, only a select few will be removed to start (with all the snow they have had out there in the last few weeks, maybe a few already fell down).
What we will do, however, is move the tees to the left (where they originally were). This helps open up the view of the stream and creates a more intimidating tee shot (makes the golfer think about the stream that they otherwise would not see). The restored center fairway bunker will be positioned as Flynn had it to invite play between it and the stream (which is the more direct line but more dangerous line to the hole). The fairway will be extended over as close as we can get it to the stream as well. We want the stream back in play as a strategic hazard. Restored, it will be one of my favorite holes on the golf course.
Mark