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Councilman Driscoll
Mobility, Sustainability & Beautification Committee
Tree removal replacement re: Culdesacs
Public improvement "opt out" process?
May 2, 2024
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From: Councilman Driscoll Response requested :: asap
How many trees are to be removed with regard to road repair projects on cul de sacs? What are their locations?
Do we consider tree maturity when replacing/replanting trees? Is there a way to replace a 20 y/o tree with perhaps a 5 y/o tree, for example?
What other (if any) public improvements are neighborhoods allowed to opt out of? How does that process work, if it exists?
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Referral Response:
How many trees are to be removed with regard to road repair projects on cul de sacs? What are their locations?
7 trees are being removed on cul de sacs:
Brenner Ct - 1
Westbury Ct - 2
Bay View Ct - 3
Overly Ct - 1
Do we consider tree maturity when replacing/replanting trees? Is there a way to replace a 20 y/o tree with perhaps a 5 y/o tree, for example?
The Forestry division always takes into consideration the age, space available, species and other potential obstacles (hanging wires, structures, etc.) when planting trees. Due to the size and health preservation of the trees, we often purchase trees that are 3-5 years old. When replanting for a mature tree that has been removed, we always try to select a species that will align with the visual integrity of the tree canopy for that area. Replacement trees range in age from 5-10 year growth.
What other (if any) public improvements are neighborhoods allowed to opt out of? How does that process work, if it exists?
There is no current process to opt out of public improvements, as they exist in the public right of way.
The ability for individual property owners to opt out of public improvements is contrary to the powers of assessments and improvements established in Chapter 11 of the...
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