pages: CityCouncil/2005-05-17.pdf, 14
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CityCouncil | 2005-05-17 | 14 | Mayor Johnson inquired whether the City could require the arborist to submit a periodic report regarding compliance with recommendations, to which the Supervising Planner responded the suggestion might be a good solution. Councilmember Daysog inquired whether Ms. Nader's comments are factually correct, to which the Supervising Planner responded that she did not know. Councilmember Daysog inquired whether the Appellants provided information to staff, to which the Supervising Planner responded staff probably visited the site since Ms. Nader mentioned Code Enforcement. Councilmember deHaan inquired whether Code Enforcement staff provided feedback about the site visit, to which the Chief Building Official responded that he would review the matter and report back to Council. Councilmember deHaan stated that he visited the site; that he is concerned about the disruption around the tree; the owner should be requested to agree to stipulations overseeing the construction activity. Bill Wong, Architect for Applicant, stated the arborist recommended a fence around the tree during construction. Mayor Johnson stated the Council wants to allow the Applicant to proceed, but the Applicant needs to protect the trees. Mr. Wong stated the fence would be put in place once the project is approved. Mayor Johnson requested the arborist to explain what needs to be done to protect the trees during construction; inquired whether he was retained to provide oversight during construction. Christopher Bowen, Project Arborist, stated that he discussed the matter with Planning staff and determined the drip line should be fenced off. Mayor Johnson inquired whether other measures were being recommended. Mr. Bowen responded the fence was to be installed prior to construction; that he recommends bails of hay be placed around the three, the trunk be wrapped in carpet, and 2" X 4" lumber be Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 14 May 17, 2005 | CityCouncil/2005-05-17.pdf |