pages: CityCouncil/2005-05-17.pdf, 15
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CityCouncil | 2005-05-17 | 15 | strapped to branches when construction commences protecting the root system is the most important action; that he recommends placing a thin layer of compost, wood chips, and plywood to protect the root system. Vice Mayor Gilmore inquired when Mr. Bowen last visited the sight, to which Mr. Bowen responded about a month ago, on April 7. Vice Mayor Gilmore inquired whether Mr. Bowen has visited the site to witness the activity. Councilmember deHaan inquired whether Mr. Bowen has seen the exposed root system, to which Mr. Bowen responded in the negative. Councilmember deHaan noted the fenced off area is only five feet. Mayor Johnson stated Mr. Bowen should conduct further analysis and determine whether restoration is needed before other measures are implemented. Vice Mayor Gilmore stated Mr. Bowen visited the site a month ago and created a plan for protection of the tree; apparently the plan was ignored; that she is not convinced a plan will be followed; that she understands the neighbors' concern; inquired whether the City could require the owners to post a bond for the security of the trees. The City Attorney responded in the affirmative; noted the resolution states: "prior to issuance of building permits for the development on the site, the Applicants shall sign and record with the County Recorder's Office a Landscape Maintenance Agreement with the City to ensure maintenance of the Coast Live Oak Trees on the property. The Landscape Maintenance Agreement shall be in effect for five years from the date of the recording; Council is discussing having specific terms and conditions as part of the recorded Agreement that runs with the land and any violations can be enforced through Code Enforcement; the terms and conditions could include posting of a bond to ensure protection. Councilmember Daysog noted that the City Council has certain powers under the City Charter with regard to compelling testimony; inquired when the arborist heard about the disturbance at the site. Mr. Bowen responded tonight; the last time he spoke to the owner was to give advice on how to set up a fence around the drip line of the tree; the he understood the site would be untouched until the building process began; he was unaware any site work was being done; his recommendations were to take place before construction Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 15 May 17, 2005 | CityCouncil/2005-05-17.pdf |