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September 3, 1980
NEW BUSINESS
No. 3
9-15-80
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DAN BLANKENSHIP, CITY ADMINISTRATOR
BOB LEDENDECKER, DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS/CITY ENGItlEER
REQUEST FOR TREE REMOVAL AT 1342 VEEH DRIVE - File # 2695
A request has been received from Hs. Leatherman to remove two street trees
in front of her residence.at 1342 Veeh Drive. As indicated in her letter
(copy attached) these trees drop acorns or seed pods all over the lawn
area which creates a maintenance problem.
Staff has reviewed this request and finds the following:
1. The two trees in question are what is called Brisbane Boxwood
trees and are on the approved city street tree list.
2. The Cit~ planted these trees between 8 and l0 years ago.
3. The two trees are mature trees about 8-10 inches in diameter
and more than twenty feet in height.
4. The dropping of the acorns or seed pods are seasonal and last for
approximately 6-8 weeks.
5. Sidewalks are not bein§ damaged due to the root systems of the
trees.
Present City policy for tree replacement is as follows:
I. Problem tree causing present or future damage to curbs or
sidewalks. (First priority)
City removal and replacement with 15 gallon tree at City expense
accordin9 to available funds.
II. Undesireable tree due to extensive litter or other problems.
(Second priority)
City removal at City expense and replacement at full cost to
property owner for labor, trees and materials.
III. Unapproved tree (not of a problem or undesireable species).
(Third priority)
City removal and replacement at full cost to property owner
subject to other city priorities.
September 3, 1980
Request for tree removal
Page 2
Recommendation:
Staff recommends that City Council not approve the removal of these two
street trees at 1342 Veeh Drive due to the above mentioned items numbered
1,3, 4 and 5.
BOB LEDENDECKER
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS/
CITY ENGINEER
BL: dph
September 3, 1980
Ms. Mildred Leatherman
1342 Veeh Drive
Tustin, CA 92680
RE: Parkway Tree - 1342 Veeh Drive
Dear Ms. Leatherman:
We are in receipt of your letter regarding the parkway trees in front
of your residence and have forwarded your request to the City Council
at their meeting of September lB, 1980 for their determination of any
action to be taken.
The present policy of the City is for the Council to review all tree
removals within the public right of way. Once the Council has taken
an action we will contact you in~nediately.
If there are any additional questions regarding this matter please do
not hesitate to call me.
Very truly yours,
BOB LEDENDECKER
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS/
CITY ENGINEER
BL:dph
August 26, 1980
City Hall
City Councilman
300 Centinial Way
Tustin, Ca. 92680
Dear Sir:
I am a 70 year old woman who lives alone and would like your help
in solving a problem.
The city placed some trees in my parkway some time ago. I don't
recall their name but they drop acorns all over my lawn and on the
walkway. Since I do all my own yard work this creates a most
difficult situation. I have Dicondra and the care that it needs
is hard enough let alone cleaning up after those trees.
I would like the trees removed. Since this is'not the first time
that I've called,this to your attention, I would appreciate a prompt
reply.
I am very proud of my lawn and enjoy working outside but feel that
the stress from the constant fight with acorns is not worth it.
As my councilman and a concerned citizen I know that this problem
will be remedied quickly.
My home address is 1342 Veeh Dr., Tustin, Ca. 92680 (714) 544-1508.
Thank you again for your cooperation.
Sincerely,
Mildred Leatherman
Citizen