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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-27-2011 TC Packeth1111111111111,�Uw..HLAp111'I' city of sAn luis oBispo 25 Prado Road 9 San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 TREE COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA MONDAY, June 27, 2011, at 5:00 pm Corporation Yard Conference Room 25 Prado Road, San Luis Obispo PUBLIC COMMENT: At this time, people may address the Committee about items not on the agenda. Persons wishing to speak should come forward and state their name and address. Comments limited to five minutes per person. Items raised at this time are generally referred to staff, and if action by the Committee is necessary, may be scheduled. for a future meeting. MINUTES: Approval of Minutes of May 23, 2011. TREE REMOVAL APPLICATIONS 1. 423 Branch St. 2. 4370 Larkspur 3. 817 Boysen 4. 69 Rafael 5. 1411 Marsh St. NEW BUSINESS OLD BUSINESS 1. Discuss revising the Master Street Tree list with new additions or deletions. ..M__ �1. 1. Update on Urban Forest Division sponsored "Tree Risk Assessment Course" and exam that was held June 16 -171" at the City/County Library. ADJOURN to next meeting scheduled for Monday, July 25, 2011, at 5:00 p.m. in the Corporation Yard Conference Room, 25 Prado Road. /O The City of San Luis Obispo is committed to include the disabled in all of its services, programs and activities. v Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (805) 781-7410. TREE COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES MONDAY, MAY 23, 2011 Corporation Yard Conference Room 25 Prado Road, San Luis Obispo MEMBERS PRESENT: David Hensinger, Ben Parker, and Matt Ritter STAFF PRESENT: Ron Combs PUBLIC COMMENT There was no public comment. MINUTES: Approval of Minutes of April 25, 2011 Mr. Combs noted that the number of 15-gallon trees to be replanted at 247 Foothill was three, not thirteen, along with seven 24" box trees to be replanted. Mr. Hensinger moved to approve the minutes as amended. Mr. Ritter seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. TREE REMOVAL APPLICATIONS 1. 452 LAWRENCE (Silver maple) Kevin Cooper, applicant, discussed the removal request and stated he wanted to replace them with two Western redbuds. He was concerned about the decay evident causing limb breakage and weakening the integrity of the tree. He stated the tree had caused sewer line issues and submitted receipts for sewer repair done. He reported the roots created issues with the water line and sidewalk displacement. He was also concerned about the tree interfering with abandoned power lines and utilities. Mr. Combs agreed the tree had issues and that decay was evident. Mr. Parker moved to approve the removal request based on promoting good arboricultural practice and required a replacement planting of one 15-gallon tree to be chosen from the Master Street Tree list and planted within 45 days of original tree removal. Mr. Hensinger seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 2. 366 FERRINI (Elm and Valley oak) Thomas von Engel, applicant, discussed the removal request and the severe pruning issues and continual limb breakage that had caused damage. He noted it was impossible to grow a lawn. He was concerned about the wind damage to the F) elm tree and stated it was too large. He said the Valley oak is leaning too far on the neighbor's side and was concerned about that liability and noted that part of the root base had been severed. Mr. Combs reported it was a medium-sized elm with pruning issues and that the oak had a co -dominant main branch that could fail. He noted the roots were slightly damaged. He felt the oak tree was too close to the structure. He stated that both trees created a good canopy. Mr. Parker felt the elm could be removed with affecting the surrounding area, but noted that the oak was fairly visible from the street. He did not feel structure impact was imminent. Mr. Hensinger agreed with Mr. Parker. Mr. Ritter felt the oak was in a bad spot. Mr. Ritter moved to approve the removal request of both trees based on promoting good arboricultural practice and required replacement plantings of two 15-gallon trees to be chosen from the Master Street Tree list and planted within 45 days of original trees' removal. Mr. Hensinger seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 2. 1126 WISTERIA LANE (Eucalyptus) The applicant discussed the removal request, stating that the tree had doubled in size and had a huge limb break off. , She felt the tree was dangerous and was concerned about the limbs in high winds and the liability that posed. She reported that the neighbor favored the removal and submitted a letter of support from Andrew Wright. Mr. Combs reported that the healthy tree would get larger. Mr. Parker noted that litter and potential liability were not reasons for removal. He questioned whether hawks were nesting in the tree. Mr. Hensinger felt it was a vigorous tree in the wrong spot and would favor replacement with a more suitable species. Mr. Ritter noted eucalyptus were a "self -pruning" species and agreed this tree was in a high use area that did pose liability issues in light of past signs of limb failure. Mr. Ritter moved to approve the removal request, based on promoting good arboricultural practice, and to replace it with one 15-gallon tree to be chosen from the Master Street Tree list and planted within 45 days of original tree removal. He further stipulated that the removal take place as of October 2011 to ensure that an active nest is not disturbed. Mr. Parker seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Mr. Combs agreed to check with Neil Havlik before issuing permit. 3. 794 BUCHON Mr. Combs reported that the application for removal had been withdrawn. 4. 1440 HIGUERA (Redwood) Randy Ramsay, applicant, discussed a branch falling and damaging a car. He felt it was a fine tree in the wrong spot. He stated that six to eight limbs fall annually, even though he annually has it pruned. He was concerned about liability to his property and that of his neighbors. Greg Bell, area resident, felt that it was a majestic redwood in the area and a native skyline asset. He felt removal would set a precedent and did not feel it should be removed. Susan Biezak, area resident, did not favor removal and submitted a letter of protest discussing the living entity of the tree, its nature and spirit, and believe that it was too much of an asset to be cut down. Mr. Combs reported that the large tree was healthy and he could not make his necessary findings for removal. Mr. Parker stated it was the only significant tree in the area and has been well maintained and he felt removal would harm the character and environment of the neighborhood. Mr. Ritter and Mr. Hensinger agreed with him and thanked Mr. Ramsay for maintaining the tree so well. Mr. Parker moved to deny the removal request, as he could not make the necessary findings. Mr. Hensinger seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 5. 1300 MADONNA ROAD (8 misc. trees) Julie Galvin and Jeff Meyer, applicants, discussed the commercial development update plan and the need to re -define the perimeter and re -align the main entrance, 9 which necessitated the tree removals. They stated an overall plan would be submitted to the ARC. They also discussed previous re -landscaping efforts and improvement plans. John Tacoma, general contractor, discussed the details of the improvements planned and stated he could not create an ADA-compliant ramp by the bus shelter without removing landscape. Mr. Hensinger appreciated the applicants working to retain the large eucalyptus trees. Mr. Ritter moved to approve the removal request of both trees based on promoting good arboricultural practice and supported the implementation of the new landscape plan as submitted by applicants. Mr. Hensinger seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. NEW BUSINESS Mr. Combs reported that he was attending the Urban Forest Division sponsoring of an ISA "Tree Risk Assessment" course. OLD BUSINESS The Tree Committee reviewed the list of approved trees for updating. Mr. Ritter was concerned about the narrowing diversity in species represented for replacement plantings and the overall urban forest. He suggested Committee members each come up with five to ten new species to add to the approved list and email their suggestions amongst staff and Committee. ARBORIST REPORT Mr. Combs distributed a new version of the removal permit for review. The meeting adjourned at 6:20 p.m. to next regular meeting, scheduled for 5 p.m. on Monday, June 27, 2011. Respectfully submitted, Lisa Woske, Recording Secretary Mar 113 2011 4:14PM Home Energy Services 8052994959 . /* uiiii�lllllliilll������i"u�gll ll� 25 Prado 4o2d , San Luis Obispo, CA 83401 TREE REMOVAL APPLICATION P. 1 SCANNE01q,* 3. ) lo• 11 Te �- **If your tree remo a! is related to property development or a remodel, submit your request through the Planning Department at 919 Palm Street as part of your Planning Application" IMPORTANT: A tree removal application will only PLEASE NOTE: If your tree is approved for be considered if accompanied by a *sketch/mae removal and posted, please call the office at the showing the street, s ructure(s) location and end of your posting period to arrange to pick up location of all trees p posed for removal. Please your permit. The permit fee is $81 payable when you draw on the back of this form or fax on a separate pick up your permit (cash or check payable to City sheet of paper, along with your application. of San Luis Obispo). Owner: . a e- Owner's Mailing Ad Applicant (if other Applicant's mailing Rd nri�.. sL( owner): Telephone: '905, rTE q, q40 Zip Code: g3 qO J Telephone: Zip Code: Location of tree(s): c� ,-5 " L_U Nearest cross street'. Dog in yard? Yes No if Tree species (Commo names): A 5'k Reasons for requestini removal: / + tree plaoting proposed (REQUIRED): oA & o.,oj 0-,on f)'n a e h F V. �.�1 e . M RA S-4 i-re.,�t be- _►rirr v ?4. * Application will be considered only if entirely filled out and signed by owner, If consideration of this application goes to Tree Committee, you or your agent are required to attend the meeting and will be notified. * If lane closure is re4juired to perform the tree removal work, an encroachment permit must be obtained from the City Public Works epartment at 919 Palm Street. Any required "replacement trees" must be installed within "45 days of issuance of permit". Since tree removal permits are g ad for 6 months, you may wish to hold off picking up your permit until you are sure you will be able to install t e replacement tree(s) within the 45 day period. MAIL OR FAX com0leted form to: City Arborist, 25 Prado, Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, Phone: 781-7220 Fax: 542-9868 Owner: Applicant: bate: Date, —. The City of San Luis Obispo is committed to include the disabled in all of it services, programs and activities. Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (805) 781-7410. 1 Rev. 7-09 Mar 16 2011 4:14PM Home Energy Services 8052994959 p.2 } CZI/ 1% 444-- " 4LJ, o 25 Prado Road _ San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 TREE REMOVAL APPLICATION **If your tree removal is related to property development or a remodel, submit your request through the Planning Department at 919 Palm Street as part of your Planning Application.' IMP ORTANT: A tree removal application will only be considered if accompanied by a *sketch/maa* showing the street, structures) location and location of all trees proposed for removal. Please draw on the back of this form or fax on a separate sheet of paper, along with your application. PLEASE NOTE: If your tree is approved for removal and posted, please call the office at the end of your posting period to arrange to pick up Your permit. The permit fee is $81 payable when you pick up your permit (cash or check payable to City Of San Luis Obispo). for the me 'IS on the fourth Monday of the month Owner:e7 Telephone: - � : C) z Owner's Mailing Address: ?j -+' `7� Applicant (if other than owner): �;�. Zip Code:3-4-ol - Applicant's mailing address: Telephone: / Zip Code: Location of tree(s): �� J�� � ' T 5 L 1 � Nearest cross street: r--(�(L j��`�2 Dog in yard? Yes F-j No Tree species (Common names): C ,� tea-/�� ri A ;i / , , - 1— . � `,- Reasons for requesting removal: O,eow5 t c 4-vCs +4-A-0 S ver► � © f S csa.c ► •srTtcyu _. a �� , _ Br' W� �Y1LG Replacement tree planting proposed (REQUIRED): 4' A-&n-t N ►: � c p-,� lases i r� Pg r i�� 1. 1 L( �- yt� �R /4 6� 0 o�'� �- bkou s * Application will be considered only if entirely filled out and signed by owner. If consideration of this �j�)H application goes to Tree Committee, you or your agent are required to attend the meeting and will be notified. -7-Ljec * If lane closure is required to perform the tree removal work, an encroachment permit must be obtained from the City Public Works Department at 919 Palm Street. * Any required "replacement trees" must be installed within "45 days of issuance of permit". Sin removal permits are good for 6 months, you may wish to hold off picking uce tree p your permit until you are sure you will be able to install the replacement tree(s) within the 45 day period. MAIL OR FAX completed form to: City Arborist, 25 Prado Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, Phone: 781-7220 Fax: 542-9868 Owner: ����C� Date: P CL ' 20 ( I Applicant:. Date: 5 , c� . z� � / The City of San Luis Obispo is committed to include the disabled in all of it services the Deaf (805) 781-7410. programs and activities. Telecommunications Device for Rev. 7-09 s k� t=uc.c.4:F� c i Rl f iiiillllllll��� li � 'Iluall,; iI 7/t 25 Prado Road , San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 TREE REMOVAL APPLICATION **If your tree removal is related to property development or a remodel, submit your request through the Planning Department at 919 Palm Street as part of your Planning Application." IMPORTANT: A tree removal application will only PLEASE NOTE: If your tree is approved for be considered if accompanied by a *sketch/mae removal and posted, please call the office at the showing the street, structure(s) location and end of your posting period to arrange to pick up location of all trees proposed for removal. Please your permit. The permit fee is $81 payable when draw on the back of this form or fax on a separate you pick up your permit (cash or check payable to sheet of paper, along with your application. City of San Luis Obispo). **Please mark the tree/s proposed to be removed with a large X with duct tape. **Tree removal applications must be received by the second Monday of the month to be considered for the meeting on the fourth Monday of the month. PLEASE FILL OUT COMPLETELY. Address of tree(s) to be removed: 6 1 / L Gel Nearest cross street: �0:- h; 1 _jv,{ Owner: n Owners Mailing Adcl ess: P(,� Applicant (if other than owner): G2rL4 I eaynep-fs Applicant's mailing address: ,VOL Tree species (Common names): Dog in yard? Yes U No Telephone: Zip Code: 1 Telephone: So�'j Zip Code: Reasons for requesting removql: ,� * Application will be considered only if entirely filled out and signed by owner. If consideration of this application goes to Tree Committee, you or your agent are required to attend the meeting and will be notified. * If lane closure is required to perform the tree removal work, an encroachment permit must be obtained from the City Public Works Department at 919 Palm Street. * Tree Removal permit is valid for 6 months * Any required "replacement trees" must be installed within 45 days after removal. MAIL OR FAX completed form to: City Arborist, 25 Prado Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, Phone: 781-7220 Fax: 542-9868 Owner: Date: Applicant:&gV,0� Date: The City of San Luis Obispo is committed to include the disabled in all of it services, programs and activities. Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (805) 781-7410. Rev. 5-11 817 BOYSEN 22 052-332-022 CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO rhe information contained in this database is intended for informational use only. This information is provided for the convenience of users, but GEODATA SERVICES oes not necessarily constitute precise propert y ownership or legal descriptions of any properly, and should not be relied upon as an official 955 MORRO STREET roperty record. The City of San Luis Obispo makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of this data; however, the accuracy of this material is SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93401 of guaranteed and users assume responsibility for independent verification of any and all information contained herein prior to use or reliance pon such information for any official purpose. The City San Luis Obispo disclaims any responsibility or liability for any direct or indirect (805) 781-7167 amages resulting from the use of this data. 5/27/2011 13:11 �IIIIIIIIIII � I II I�Illlill� ' � � q5 25 Prado Road . San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 TREE REMOVAL APPLICATION **If your tree removal is related to property development or a remodel, submit your request through the Planning Department at 919 Palm Street as part of your Planning Application.** IMPORTANT: A tree removal application will only PLEASE NOTE: If your tree is approved for be considered if accompanied by a *sketch/map* removal and posted, please call the office at the showing the street, structure(s) location and end of f your posting period to arrange to pick up location of all trees proposed for removal. Please your permit. The permit fee is $81 payable when draw on the back of this form or- fax on a separate you pick up your permit (cash or check payable to sheet of paper, along with your application. City of San Luis Obispo). **Please mark the tree/s proposed to be removed with a large X with duct tape. **Tree removal implications must be received by the second Monday of the month to be considered for the meeting on -the fourth Monday of the month. PLEASE FILL OUT COMPLETELY. Address of tree(s)_ to be removed: 20,EA FL Nearest cross street: f2A V- . a A -A Dog in yard? Yes 0 No Owner: AYz- G L 1�/ Telephone: Owner's Mailing Address: 4�::> ! Pa.P A.E-1, __ 5LO CA Zip Code: Applicant (if other than owner): Telephone: Applicant's mailing address: -S3�j/�rj cNv&vpsrLT Zip Code: '�2 �5y �ss9) ":Fo8�-9 931! CL� 9 �y6 Reasons for requesting removal: P .v F /J' Taw/ �t1 ee�v wJNG �1.6-GCS O►7 a,0/ 4�1 �G- Dry/ I.�PH /GL S� I� N4z�rz�oups --a nAG-, ry lGh' s u 5 PGr�' Replacement tree planting proposed (REQUIRED): , M * Application will be considered only if entirely filled out and signed by owner. If consideration of this application goes to Tree Committee, you or your agent are required to attend the meeting and will be notified. * If lake closure is required to perform the tree removal work, an encroachment permit must be obtained from the City Public Works Department at 919 Palm Street. * Tree Removal permit is valid for o months * Any required "replacement trees" must be installed within 45 days after removal. - MAIL OR FAX completed form to: City Arborist, 25 Prado Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, Phone: 781-7220 Fax: 542-9868 Owner: Date: Applicant: &0_Yo V, 5 I/��e c ic/tG r Date: The City of San Luis Obispo is committed to include the disabled in all of it services, programs and activities. Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (805) 781-7410. Rev. 5-11 25 Prado Road San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 - TREE REMOVAL APPLICATION **If your tree removal is related to property development or a remodel, submit your. request through the Planning Department at 919 Palm Street as part of your Planning Application.** IMPORTANT: A tree removal application will only PLEASE NOTE: If your tree is approved for be considered if accompanied by a *sketch/map* removal and posted, please call the office at the showing the street, structure(s) location and. end of your posting period to arrange to pick up location of all trees proposed for removal. Please your permit. The permit fee is $81 payable when draw on the back of this form or- fax on a separate you pick up your permit (cash or check payable to sheet of paper, along with your application. City of San Luis Obispo). **Please mark the tree/s proposed to be removed with a large X with duct tape. **Tree removal applications must be received by the second Monday of the month to be considered for the meeting on -the fourth Monday of the month. PLEASE FILL OUT COMPLETELY. Address of tree(s) to be removed: Nearest cross street: Owner: L_ 11,4A Owner's Mailing Address: Dog in yard? Yes No Applicant (if other than owner): B.nivoni [3ro:s l ,`O e ZX/`yi rAt- Applicant's mailing address: rj 3`f Z bAv15rA0_0VQ7r Cr Tree species (Common names): Telephone: 6 R-7- ,,Zip Code: 93 yw V9__ Telephone: Zip Code: Reasons for requesting removal: ZAA5F Ab "/ D Y1 nlG, ZPAR A" ,A.1 c't0,3F' f'aoxir/ %o QUIL-61-V61 - Replacement tree planting proposed (REQUIRED): , �e ( 4re� +6 M * el-ra-P V-O Vc d -5�O (eS * Application will be considered only if entirely filled out and signed°by owner. If consideration of this application goes to Tree Committee, you or your agent are required to attend the meeting and will be notified. * If lane closure is required to perform the tree removal work, an encroachment permit must be obtained from the City Public Works'Department at 919 Palm Street. * Tree Removal permit is valid for 6 months * Any required "replacement trees" must be instal -led within 45 days after removal. MAIL OR FAX completed form to: City Arborist, 25 Prado Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA .93401, Phone: 781-7220 Fax: 542-9868 Owner: Date: Applicant: 66641/Oh/ &P-03 7ZiOate: j 3/ The City of San Luis Obispo is committed to include the disabled in all of it services, programs and activities. Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (805) 781-7410. Rev. 5-11 M A fLs-tf