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Home My WebLink About12-03-2013 TC Packet�iiiillllllllllillllllll��N� Aciy1o� sAn LUIS oBiSPO 25 Prado Road e San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 TREE COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA Tuesday December 3, 2013 Corporation Yard Conference Room 25 Prado Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 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 for October 29, 2013 TREE REMOVAL APPLICATIONS: 1. 873 Leff St. 2. 867 Leff St. 3. 634 Al -Hill Dr. 4. 590 Marsh St. 5. 671 Rancho Dr. NEW BUSINESS: None OLD BUSINESS: Request for Use Revision to Ordinance 12.24.150 ARBORIST REPORT: Tree Division Service Request statistics. ADJOURN to next meeting scheduled for Monday January 27, 2014 at 5:00 pm at the City Corporation Yard located on 25 Prado Road - Conference Room A. OThe City of San Luis Obispo is committed to include the disabled in all of its services, programs and activities.Ank �� Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (805) 781-7410. TREE COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES MONDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2013 Corporation Yard Conference Room 25 Prado Road, San Luis Obispo MEMBERS PRESENT: Scott Loosley, Jane Worthy, Trey Duffy, Ben Parker, Matt Ritter, and David Hensinger STAFF PRESENT: Ron Combs, Barbara Lynch PUBLIC COMMENT There were no public comments. PRESENTATION: A representative from Parks/Rec Dept. discussed a proposed revision to the City Ordinance to allow slack lining in all city parks, with a few exceptions. She noted that there was language addressing additional tree protection and visibility elements, e.g. only allowing the activity during daylight hours. She reported that the Parks and Recreation Committee agreed with these submitted recommendations and requested that the Tree Committee review the ordinance. Mr. Ritter noted that the Tree Committee had previously supported the ordinance revision and requested that the ordinance review item be added to the next meeting's agenda for discussion. MINUTES: Approval of Minutes of September 23, 2013 Mr. Loosley moved to approve the minutes as submitted. Mr. Parker seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. TREE REMOVAL APPLICATIONS 1. 1642 Woodland Court (2 Coast live oak) The applicants discussed the removal request, stating that the trees were in a poor location and were too large for the area. Mr. Ritter moved to approve the removal request, based on promoting good arboricultural practice, and required two 15 -gallon trees to be chosen from the Master Street Tree list and planted within 45 days of the trees' removals. Mr. Parker seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Mr. Ritter noted that the two trees were part of the EIR, but the proposed replacements would satisfy the EIR intention. 2 2. 1 Mustang Dr. (7 trees) Steve Franzman, applicant's representative, discussed the removal request and noted that the large pines were declining, the roots were cracking the foundation, and that the trees were too close to the buildings. Mr. Combs reported that the trees were relatively healthy, were in slight decline, and that he could not make his necessary findings for removal. Mr. Loosley felt these were the wrong trees for the location, were in decline, and favored removal of all. Mr. Parker agreed that the trees were too close to the building and would have preferred to have a landscape plan submitted. Ms. Worthy felt the replacement trees should be planted where the three pines were in a cluster. Mr. Loosley moved to approve the removal request, based on promoting good arboricultural practice, and required replacement planting of seven 15 -gallon trees to be chosen from the Master Street Tree list and planted within 45 days of trees removals. Mr. Hensinger seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 3. 371 Broad (Live oak) The applicant discussed the removal request and was concerned about the backyard tree's stress and stability. He noted that the tree had a significant lean. He submitted a letter of concern signed by his neighbors. Mr. Combs reported that it was a medium-sized tree and that there was not concerned about the lean, but felt the construction near the backside of the roots might affect stability. He discussed the roots cut during construction, but stated he could not make his necessary findings for removal. Mr. Hensinger moved to approve the removal request, as removal would not harm the character of the neighborhood or the environment. Mr. Parker seconded the motion. Ms. Worthy was not concerned about the lean and felt the tree was in good shape. Mr. Parker and Mr. Loosley agreed with the previous comments and suggested continuing the item so that the applicant could perform a lean test over time that would support the removal. Mr. Hensinger and Mr. Parker agreed to withdraw the motion. The Committee agreed to continue the item to a date uncertain and encouraged the applicant to perform a lean test. 4. 1144 Morro (9 trees) Steve Franzman, applicants' representative, discussed the bank's purchase of the property and stated the bank wanted to make improvements. He discussed the problems with the pines dropping cones and damaging vehicles and stated the Liquid Ambers were creating root problems. Mr. Ritter moved to approve the removal request of the Liquid Ambers and the Holly oak, based on promoting good arboricultural practice, and required nine replacement trees to be chosen from the Master Street Tree list and planted within 45 days of trees' removals. Mr. Duffy seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. The Committee agreed that the pine and the landscape review, including additional pines outlined, would be deferred to the city arborist. 5. 671 Toro (2 Modesto ash) The applicant discussed the removal request, stating that the trees were not an ideal species and were diseased with fungus infestation and that sap was causing damage to vehicles. A certified arborist recommended removal with replacement of Chinese pistache. Mr. Combs confirmed that these were diseased street trees. Dean Miller, 638 Toro, favored removing all and suggested camphor as a replacement species. Mr. Loosley agreed with the removal and replacement suggested. Mr. Parker felt topping had created issues. Mr. Hensinger moved to approve the removal request, based on promoting good arboricultural practice, and required two 15 -gallon replacement trees to be chosen from the Master Street Tree list and planted within 45 days of the trees' removals. Mr. Loosley seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 6. 2057 Skylark Lane (Canary Island pine) David Romero, applicant, discussed the removal request, stating that the tree presented extreme hazard and undue hardship to the neighbors, because the roots had damaged their foundation. He did not think root pruning was feasible. He noted the property was heavily planted and did not think replacement planting was in order. He suggested that the other neighbors favored removal as the tree blocked city views. He also noted the tree was too close to the house. 11 Everett Chandler, co -applicant, discussed the hazard of the tree and noted limbs had dropped in the past and felt the tree presented a fire hazard. He submitted a petition of support from neighbors. Mr. Combs reported that it was a large healthy tree that had shed limbs in the past. He noted some minor stucco cracks, but could not make his necessary findings for removal.. Arlene Chandler, co -applicant, discussed the great fear that she had about the tree falling over. She did not feel that removing the tree would harm the character of the surrounding neighborhood. Russell Seacat, neighbor, stated he favored removal. Mr. Parker to approve the removal request, as doing so would not harm the character of the neighborhood or the environment, and required one 15 -gallon tree to be purchased by the applicant and donated to the city for planting elsewhere. Mr. Ritter seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Items 7 —16 Mr. Combs stated that removal requests for items 7 through 16 were all removal applications from the City's Street Division. He discussed the procedure for the Street division assessment of whether root pruning was feasible to retain the trees or if the trees need to be removed and replaced. He said this process supported age and species diversity for the urban forest. He noted all replacements would be coordinated with the Tree Dept. 7. 284 Westmont (2 Liquid Ambars) Jim Agee, 284 Westmont, supported the removal, noting he had sewer and sidewalk damage issues. Mr. Ritter moved to approve the removal request, based on promoting good arboricultural practice, requiring two replacement trees to be coordinated with the City Arborist. Mr. Parker seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 8. 239 Santa Lucia (Chinese Elm) Patrick Faararr, resident, favored removal and replacement. He was concerned that the driveway apron be replaced at the same time as the sidewalk. Mr. Loosley did not think the tree should be removed and suggested working around it with a bulb -out. Mr. Parker did not think the grade would support a bulb -out. 9 Mr. Parker moved to approve the removal request, based on promoting good arboricultural practice, requiring a replacement tree to be coordinated with the City Arborist. Mr. Ritter seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 9. 230 Marlene (Ficus) Mr. Ritter moved to approve the removal request, based on promoting good arboricultural practice, requiring two replacement trees to be coordinated with the City Arborist. Mr. Parker seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 10. 379 Patricia (Carob) Mr. Ritter moved to approve the removal request, based on promoting good arboricultural practice, requiring two replacement trees to be coordinated with the City Arborist. Mr. Parker seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 11. 324 Cerro Romauldo (Chinese Elm) Ellie Axelrod, resident, favored removal and agreed to having two trees planted. Mr. Loosley moved to approve the removal request, based on promoting good arboricultural practice, requiring two replacement trees to be coordinated with the City Arborist. Mr. Duffy seconded the motion. Mr. Hensinger felt a bulb -out should be employed. Mr. Loosley and Mr. Duffy agreed to withdraw the motion. The Committee directed staff to work out the possibility of a bulb -out with the property owner. 12. 505 Foothill (2 Canary Island pines) Mike Cueto, resident, favored removal and was concerned about the trip hazard. Mr. Ritter moved to approve the removal request, based on promoting good arboricultural practice, requiring no replacement tree. Mr. Duffy seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. I 13. 204 N. Chorro, #31 (Carob) Wedad Nelson, resident, favored removal and discussed a concern with an ever-present pool of standing water, which created issues with bacteria and mosquitoes. Mr. Parker moved to approve the removal request, based on promoting good arboricultural practice, requiring replacement tree to be coordinated with the City Arborist. Mr. Ritter seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 14. 256 N. Chorro, #19 & #20 (2 ficus) Mr. Ritter moved to approve the removal request, based on promoting good arboricultural practice, requiring two replacement trees to be coordinated with the City Arborist. Ms. Worthy seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 15. 324 N. Chorro (Carob) Mr. Ritter moved to approve the removal request, based on promoting good arboricultural practice, requiring replacement tree to be coordinated with the City Arborist. Mr. Parker seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 16. 356 N. Chorro (2 Ulcus) Valerie Endres, applicant's representative, stated that the owner favored removal. Mr. Parker moved to approve the removal request, based on promoting good arboricultural practice, requiring two replacement trees to be coordinated with the City Arborist. Mr. Hensinger seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. NEW BUSINESS There were no items to discuss. OLD BUSINESS There were no items to discuss. 7 ARBORIST REPORT -- UPRR Short Notice Vegetation Removal Procedure Barbara Lynch discussed the UPRR removal procedure and stated that local regulations do apply and that the UPRR was required to work within the City's regulations. She stated that on occasion, there was an immediate pruning need with regard to signal clearance safety issues, so the Committee agreed to allow staff to make decisions when the local regulation procedures could not be followed in a timely manner. The meeting adjourned at 7:05 p.m. to next regular meeting, scheduled for 5 p.m. on December 3, 2013. (Special date) Respectfully submitted, Lisa Woske, Recording Secretary 6A ty of sAn tUls OBlspo 25 Prado Road . San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (805) 781-7220 TREE REMOVAL APPLICATION LLetterji e Use only: **If your tree removal is related to property development or a remodel, submit your requestdthrough the Planning Department at 919 Palm Street as part of your Planning Application.** IMPORTANT: A tree removal application will only NOTE: If a tree does not meet the City Arborist's be considered if accompanied by a "sketch -map." criteria for a non -fee removal, your application Include the street, sidewalk, buildings and all trees will be referred to the Tree Committee for proposed for removal marked with an X. review. If the removal is approved at the Tree Please draw on the back of this form or a separate Committee Meeting, a permit will be issued 10 sheet of paper. This information will help during the days later, after the required posting period. Arborist's site visit and will expedite the application Tree Permits are $81 per address payable by process. cash or check only to City of San Luis Obispo. Tree removal applications must be received by the 2' Monday of the month to be considered for the Tree Committee meeting held on the 4' Monday of the month. //AAlc- A/i _'/,+4 Ps'a.ti, -rk Owners Name: 15��/Ivy-S L- F�L'GENI A A/ SR I`/ //A 4'1 % /�' Phone VOA ,1jfi� Mailing Address: /J 3 Zip Code %>y<%0 / Applicant (if other than owner) 3/ M /V Z_ /VI S'jam /0 -3 OW Phone (,C.✓j = /' .//yV Applicant's Address:_ /_�J fl N J,-? AL S j ,e —/) 12 Zip Code 9. p /a / Address of Tree. L x7- X Street-d//d/2 # of Trees t Type of Tree (common name) Dog i n Yard? Yes or No Reason for removal: ROOLS G)S A P1;'k",) AR Pa ,u SCANNED C&�wl,Ike, Proposed replacement tree (required*) _T _D7 Q A1,9 7- /i jA/e TA, . , 114AZ T e_677 jIV Pa *Street Trees must be replaced with an approved tree from the Master Street Tree List available on our website http://www.slocity.org/publicworks/documents asp.#sttrees . Private tree replacement is at the owner's choice. 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. ➢ Any required "replacement trees" must be installed within 45 days after removal. Since tree removal permits are valid for 6 months, you may wait to pick up your permit until you are sure a replacement tree(s) can be installed. TREES MUST BE BANDED AT SHOULDER HEIGHT WITH TAPE OR RIBBON PRIOR TO ARBORIST'S INSPECTION. MAIL or FAX completed form to: City Arborist 25 Prado Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Fax(805)542-9868 Owner's Signature `0� Date 4? Applicant's Signature LZ44.1/r ) ` -y � Date The City of San Luis Obispo is committed to include the 781-7410. disabled in all of it ser,10res, programs and activities. Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (805) Rev. 5/13 JAY 7 s �Pkffi A,d ri ui�� J 1'6 Yy �, r art �:�• r # 'f 7 s �Pkffi A,d ri ui�� J 1'6 Yy r # 'f Rhe' P 7 s �Pkffi A,d ri ui�� J 1'6 Yy r # 'f Zj A L ,-�- -7-R z-z�- 7- POWER PLUMBING INC. -invoice CA. LIC# 815536 223 GRANADA DRV, STE B SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93401 Ao A Date Number 10/25/2013 31610 Bill To Address SIMPSON, DIANE SIMPSON, DIANE - LEFF ST 1238 MIRALESTE LN San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Job Details Job Location SIMPSON, DIANE 873 LEFF ST San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 RAN CAMERA DOWN THE DRAIN FROM CLEANOUT IN BACK. FOUND A LOT OF ROOTS IN THE LINE AND DRAIN IS BACKING UP AGAIN. RAN SEWER MACHINE DOWN THE DRAIN MULTIPLE TIMES TO GET SEWAGE OUT OF PIPE TO FINISH VIDEO INSPECTION. RAN VIDEO DOWN BOTH CLEANOUTS TO SEE ROOTS IN PIPE. THE ROOTS ARE IN EVERY 1OFT CONNECTION AND COVER THE TOP OF THE PIPE. THE SEWER LINE NEEDS REPLACED AT LEAST FROM THE BACK CLEANOUT TO THE CURB. TOTAL JOB: $150.00 Service Agreement Terms Due Date Technician Wo # Due on receipt 10/25/2013 ROBERT D RYAN Item Tasks JOB VIDEO INSPECTION. THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING POWER PLUMBING INC. Total $150.00 Balance Due 1 $150.00 Phone # Fax # E-mail Website el:805-541-24 ax:805-541-235 support@plumbpower.com http://www.plumbpower.com Estimate 2566 POWER PLUMBING INC. CA. LIC# 815536 123 GRANADA DRV, STE B AN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93401 \ Tel:805-541-2444 Fax:805-541-2354 Bill To Address: SIMPSON, DIANE SIMPSON, DIANE - LEFF ST 1238 MIRALESTE LN San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Estimates Expire in 90 days DATE Estimate # 10/28/2013 2566 Job Location: SIMPSON, DIANE 873 LEFF ST San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Page 1 of 1 Description ESTIMATE FOR 873 LEFF ST TO REPLACE THE SEWER LINE FROM THE CLEANOUT IN BACK OF THE FRONT HOUSE (LEFT SIDE) APPROXIMATELY 70FT TO THE CURB NEXT TO THE STREET. TO INCLUDE: Job Details: - ALL NECESSARY PERMIT FEES, SIDEWALK SIGNS AND PEDESTRIAN SAFETY - SAWCUTTER AND JACKHAMMER USAGE TO REMOVE A SECTION OF THE SIDEWALK - HAND EXCAVATE OVER THE EXISTING SEWER LINE ALONG SIDE OF HOUSE AND ACROSS THE FRONT YARD TO THE CURB. - REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL OF OLD CAST IRON PIPE. - GRADE THE TRENCH WITH SAND WERE NECESSARY FOR PROPER SLOPE - INSTALL NEW 4" ABS/PVC SEWER LINE - INSTALL PROPER CLEANOUT NEXT TO SIDEWALK. - CONNECT TO EXISTING PIPE COMING FROM THE BACK HOUSE AND TO THE EXISTING PIPE UNDER THE STREET. - BACKFILL WITH SAND AND NATIVE SOIL - REPLACE CONCRETE ON SIDEWALK TO CITY STANDARD - ALL PARTS AND LABOR - ALL WORK WILL MEET CODE REQUIREMENTS - NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR LANDSCAPE REPAIRS OTHER THAN BACKFILL AND CLEANUP "*ANY UNFORSEEN CHANGES OR EXTRAS REQUESTED BY CITY OFFICIAL WILL BE QUOTED AND PERFORMED AS AN EXTRA TO THIS ESTIMATE **10YR WARRANTY ON PIPE, 1YR PARTS AND LABOR. We propose hereby to furnish material and labor, complete in accordance with the above specifications, for the sum stated below. Payment in full is due upon completion of job unless arrangements are made in advance. Upon acceptance of this proposal please sign one copy and return to this office before work is to begin. all material is guaranteed to be as specified. All work to be completed in a professional manner according to standard practices. Any alteration or deviation from above specifications involving extra costs will be executed only upon written orders will become an extra charge over and above the estimate. All agreements are contingent upon delays beyond our control. Purchaser agrees to pay all cost of collection, including attorney's fees. This proposal may be withdrawn by us if not accepted by the above due date. (if Applicable) As required by California law we will be sending a California Preliminary notice by certified mail or registered mail to you, your contractor, and lender (if applicable). This is not a threat to your property or a -eflection on your credit. THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING POWER PLUMBING INC. Total $9,156.30 17rnnnccrl hv• Accented bv: I��I��IIII��lli�� I IIII�II �II'I city of san Luls OBlspo ,Prado Road . San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (805)781-7220 LLetterIV e Use Only: 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.**/ 'ORTANT: A tree removal application will only NOTE: If a tree does not meet the City Arborist's De considered if accompanied by a "sketch -map.' criteria for a non -fee removal, your application Include the street, sidewalk, buildings and all trees will be referred to the Tree Committee for proposed for removal marked with an X. review. If the removal is approved at the Tree Please draw on the back of this form or a separate Committee Meeting, a permit will be issued 10 sheet of paper. This information will help during the days later, after the required posting period. Arborist's site visit and will expedite the application Tree Permits are $81 per address, payable by process. cash or check only to City of San Luis Obispo. $CAnNED G` > _ Tree removal applications must be received by the 2"d Monday of the month to be considered for the Tree j! /t/TA e Committee meeting held on the 4" Monday %of the month. /4 x//1/4= Owner's Name: n' 1 �. IJcI�bJ_�� Phone Mailing Address: S401 Zip Code 7-a 1 Applicant (if other than owner) Phone ( ) Applicant's Address: p3� • ®%�f% ' Zip Code 13+57Y Address of Tree X Street # of Trees_ Type of Tree (common name) �Dog in Yard?Yes or /No/ Reason for removal: �/ � l i3 ,r.r e t/1 A /1-1,a� A .Cis . 1 4/` �/m i)11��-- Proposed replacement tree *Street Trees must be replaced'with an approved tree from the Master Street Tree List available on our website htto://www.slocity.ora/publicworks/documents asD#sttrees . 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Include the street, sidewalk, buildings and all trees proposed for removal marked with an X. Please draw on the back of this form or a separate sheet of paper. This information will help during the Arborist's site visit and will expedite the application process. NOTE: If a tree does not meet the City Arborist's criteria for a non -fee removal, your application will be referred to the Tree Committee for review. If the removal is approved at the Tree Committee Meeting, a permit will be issued 10 days later, after the required posting period. Tree Permits are $81 per address, payable by cash or check only to City of San Luis Obispo. Tree removal applications must be received by the 2nd Monday of the month to be considered for the Tree Committee meeting held on the 4th Monday of the month. 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TREES MUST BE BANDED, AT SHOULDER HEIGHT WITH TAPE OR RIBBON PRIOR TO ARBORIST'S INSPECTION MAIL or FAX completed L,rner's Signature Applicant's Signature_ The City of San Luis Obispo is 781-7410. rm to: City Arborist 25 Prado Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Fax (805) 542-9868 Date N 110 ) 3 Date o oclru,}e the disabled in all of it services, programs and activities. Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (8051 Rev. 5/13 J YvL�V� Nov, 14. 7013 1:49PM 4 f�fW111�1- No, 0348 P. 1 SCANNED --=; c1ty Of Sr i l tuts OBI SPO 25 Prado Rodd - San Luis Obispo. OA 83401 (805)781-7220 For Office Use Only: TREE REMOVAL_ APPLICATION Entere'd..iJJ� /L5 **If your tree removal is related to property development or a remodel, submit your request `' l� through the Planning Department at 919 Palm Street as part of your Planning Application-** Letter t! r IMPORTANT: A tree removal application will only be considered if accompanied by a "sketch -map.' Include the street, sidewalk, buildings and all trees proposed for removal marked with an X. Pleasedraw on the back of this form or a separate sheet of paper. This information will help during the Arborist's site visit and will expedite the application process. NOT9: If a tree does not meet the City Arborist's criteria for a non -fee removal, your application will be referred to the Tree Committee for review. If the removal is approved at the Tree Committee Meeting, a permit will be issued 10 days later, after the required posting period. Tree Permits are $81 -per address, payable by cash or check only to City of'San Luis Obispo. Tree removal applications must be received by the 2nd Monday of the month to be considered for the Tree Committee meeting held on the 41 Monday of the month. Owner's Name: fSV4_MX—_ ,�' t IV Phone (¢p, TVJ: &Ick$' Mailing Address: 4 7/ %?,hiC, D/ Zip Code 9 3 40S7 Applicant (if other than owner) _Phone ( Applicant's Address: . zip Code. Address of Tree &71 _ '0'0 -v" "treet 2T= J!A .Wo . / # of Trees,l, Type of Tree (common name) M vgy T�y__&y y oe IWAE Dog in Yard? Yes orcn) Reason for removal: % ^4XS dr . Proposed replacement tree VIS 19 *Street Trees must be replaced with an approved tree from the Master Street Tree List available on our website http://www.slocity,org/publieworks/documents,asp#sttrees . Private tree replacement Is at the owner's choice. > 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. D Any required 'replacement trees" must be installed within 45 days after removal. Since tree removal permits are valid for 6 months, you may wait to pick up your permit until you are sure a replacement tree($) can be installed. TREES MUST BE BANDED AT SHOULDER HEIGHT WITH TAPE OR RIBBON PRIOR TO ARBORIST'S INSPECTION. MAIL or FAX completed form to: City Arborist 25 Prada Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Fax (805) 542-9868 Owner's Applicant's Signature_- Date /0 The City of San Luis Obispo is committed to include the disabled in all of it services, programs and 46AU06. 7elecommunleall ns Device for the Dear (805) 781-7410, Rev. 5113 Nov, 14. 2013 1:50PM No. 0348 P. 2 mEmo�anc�um city of San LUIS OBISPO, pdRkS an6 P-EcReation acpaRtment November 19, 2013 TO: Ron Combs, City Arborist Julie Ferguson, Administrative Assistant FROM: Ashley Villarreal, Administrative Analyst SUBJECT: December 3, 2013 Tree Committee Agenda Item — Protection of Trees Ordinance Revisions as related to Slacklining Recommendation As recommended by the Parks and Recreation Commission make tree ordinance revisions to the City Council to facilitate slacklining. Summary of Attached Report In response to a request from Mr. Tim Ross (slackline advocate and representative) for increased slacklining opportunities in City parks, the Parks and Recreation Commission created a subcommittee reviewing the request and proposed ordinance revisions. At its October 2, 2013 meeting, the Parks and Recreation Commission recommended that City Council expand slacklining to City Parks under defined conditions and approve revisions to Ordinance 12.24.150 removing Slack lining definition in 6 and adding section D) 1 through 3 defining lines as no greater than 30 feet, designated with ribbons, and occurring only during daylight hours with lines be removed at night. City of San Luis Obispo Parks and Recreation Commission (PRC) Agenda Report Date: September 25, 2013 Subject: Request for Use Revisions to Ordinance 12.24.150 Prepared by: Ashley Villarreal, Administrative Analyst Recommended Action: Review revisions to Ordinance 12.24.150 and make recommendation to City Council to approve slack lining throughout City parks DISCUSSION Background In 2008, the PRC considered, via a subcommittee process, the recreational activity of slack lining in City Parks using City Trees. At that time a pilot program was established and the City's current ordinance language, adopted by Resolution in 2010, was established. At the June 5, 2013 meeting of the PRC, community member TK Ross requested that he be placed on a future agenda to discuss proposed revisions to Ordinance 12.24.150 so that he and others could partake in the recreational activity of slack lining not only in Meadow Park (the presently designated area for this use). Staff then recommended that the PRC receive and discuss with Mr. Ross his proposed changes to Ordinance 12.24.150 at the August 21, 2013 PRC meeting. Present Request At the August 21, 2013 meeting of the PRC, Mr. Ross was placed on the agenda to discuss his proposed revisions to Ordinance 12.24.150. Mr. Ross spoke to prior concerns of tree protection, liability and access to resources. Members of the slack lining community were in attendance and discussed the expansion of this recreational activity and the desire to expand its use to other City parks and to continue to do so in a way that is not harmful to the City's urban forest. As a result of Mr. Ross' presentation, a subcommittee consisting of Jeff Whitener, David Hensinger and Michael Parolini met to discuss the need for change and is proposing the attached ordinance revisions to PRC at its October 2, 2013. Recommendation and Next Steps The PRC subcommittee recommends expanding slack lining as described in the attached revisions to Ordinance 12.24.150. If the PRC supports the proposed changes a recommendation to Council indicating as such is needed. Prior to Council considering any ordinance changes staff recommends that the Tree Committee review the proposed changes as well and that it also make a recommendation to Council on this topic. Concurrent to that review Parks and Recreation staff will coordinate review of the ordinance changes with the City Attorney and Risk Manager to evaluate the liability issues which may arise with our insurance carrier as a result of the proposed changes. ATTACHMENTS 1. August 6, 2008 PRC Meeting Minutes 2. August 21, 2013 PRC Staff Report 3. City's existing Ordinance 12.24.150 revisions regarding slack lining Attachment 3 City's Current Tree OrdinanGe, SIaGk Lining Highlighted 12.24.150 Protection of trees. A. No person shall: 1. Trim, prune or cut any tree unless such work conforms to this chapter and is performed in accordance with all International Society of Arboriculture standards. In no case shall more than one-third of the tree canopy be removed. 2. Interfere, or cause any other person to interfere, with employees of the city who are engaged in planting, maintaining, treating or removing any tree or removing any material detrimental to the tree. 3. Willfully injure, disfigure or intentionally destroy by any means any tree, except with permits described elsewhere in this chapter. 4. Construct concrete, asphalt, brick or gravel sidewalk, or otherwise fill up the ground area near any tree, to shut off air, light or water from the roots, except under written authority from the public works department. 5. Place building material, equipment or other harmful substance near any tree, which might cause injury to the tree. 6. Post any sign on any tree, tree -stake or guard, or fasten any guy wire, cable or rope to any tree, tree -stake or guard, except when said activity relates to slack lining (the-aet-of balancing and tight rope style walkiRg 9R a suspeRded line) and is G9Rd61Gte_d_ iA aA RFP -R designated by Git council resolution fo,r slack HR�4g. A. Slack lining shall be allowed in City parks but not in City opens ace areas. 1. For the purposes of this ordinance the following are not considered City parks and slack lining is therefore prohibited in them: i. Community Gardens ii. Damon -Garcia Sports Fields iii. Historic Jack House and Gardens iN__._L_amina Lake Golf C:burse v. Mission Plaza vi. All Open Space areas B. At all th-n s slack Iiningsha,lI require the following tree protections_ 1. Protection shall be of sufficient thickness to protect the tree From wear damage (e.g., carnet, cardboard. towels, felt padding. etc.). 2. Protection shall be at least 10 inches wide so the entire anchor Oninimum 1 inch ofmaterial) is prevented from contacting the tree. 3. Protection shall wrap all the way around the tree. 4. Protection shall not be attached to the "anchor" tie knitted portion), so if the anchor were to move. the bark would not be affected. 5. All anchors must be reachable from the ground without Use of an apparatus (e.g., ladder. stool, etc.). C. Slack lines shall not: I . Be attached to trees less than 12" in diameter at attach point. 2. Cross iyalkways. sidewalks. bike paths, streams. or drainage areas. 3. Interfere or displace any existing activities planned liar or occurring in parks. 4. Be left unattended. 5. Be adjacent to group activity areas. picnic areas, and or play equipment. G,fietahed to avthieot-----r. than trees. ,__a D. . ,Slack linin : sgt hail: —1. Occur only during daylight hours. -and 2, aAlj-slac-k lures shall be removed at night.1 -- 3. All slack lines shall be designated Nyrth ribbons or streamers attached thereto when lines exceed 30 feet in length for visablhty. 7. Plant any street tree except according to policies, regulations and specifications established pursuant to this chapter or any currently applicable ordinances or code sections. B. Tree -stakes or guards may be placed around street trees by property owners for the purpose of protecting or training the trees, with approval of the director. C. It shall be unlawful for a property owner to maintain a tree or shrubbery hazard as described in Section 12,24. 100 and identified by city inspection. D. Any tree required to be planted must be maintained in good health or replaced by the property owner. E. Any person or contractor deemed responsible for damaging any tree in violation of this chapter shall be liable for penalties to the city according to Section 12.24.170, Enforcement. 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