HomeMy WebLinkAboutR-1997-116 Removal of Nine Oak TreesRESOLUTION NO. R - 97-
A RESOLUTION authorizing the removal of nine oak trees in the City right-of-way
adjacent to Fire Station One at 401 North Front Street, Yakima,
Washington.
WHEREAS, nine oak trees currently located in City right-of-way at 401 North
Front Street were damaged beyond repair during winter storms of 1996; and
WHEREAS, the subject trees are causing public sidewalks to raise and are
depositing acorns on the public sidewalk, thereby creating a hazard; and
WHEREAS, falling limbs from the subject trees have caused damage to City
property; and
WHEREAS, the City of Yakima Fire Department has requested authorization to
remove said trees utilizing volunteer labor; and
WHEREAS, the City Council deems it in the best interest of the City to grant
permission to the City of Yakima Fire Department to remove said nine oak trees located
in the City right-of-way at 401 North Front Street, now, therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF YAKIMA:
The City of Yakima Fire Department is hereby granted permission to remove the
nine oak trees situated at said location.
ADOP IED BY THE CITY COUNCIL this r - day of SEP7- , 1997.
A'11'EST:
ynn Buchanan, Mayor
City Clerk
BUSINESS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
YAKIMA, WASHINGTON
AGENDA STATEMENT
Item No.
For Meeting Of: 09/02/97
ITEM 1'rI LE: Resolution Authorizing Removal and Replacement of Trees at Fire Station One
SUBMII'1'hD BY: K. Alan Chronister, Fire Chief
CONTACT PERSON/TELEPHONE: Gene Martin, Deputy Chief, Safety Officer
576-6350
SUMMARY EXPLANATION:
The Yakima Fire Department is requesting permission to remove nine storm damaged trees
bordering Station One on N. Front Street. The trees will be replaced with a cedar variety which
will cost approximately $500.00. The crews have volunteered to take out trees at no cost to City.
See attached memo.
Resolution X Ordinance Contract Other (Specify) Memo
Funding Source:
APPROVED FOR SUBMITTAL:
(City Manager)
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve as submitted.
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION:
COUNCIL ACTION:
MEMORANDUM
August 26, 1997
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of City Council
From: K. Alan Chronister, Fire Chief
Gene Martin, Deputy Chief, Safety Offic
Subject: Removal and Replacement of Trees
The nine trees which border the Front Street side of Fire Station One were severely
damaged during last winter's storms. The tops were broken out and are causing the trees
to spread out. We have been informed by horticulturists that this is a condition which
will not correct itself. This is causing the roots to also spread, raising areas of the public
sidewalk on the west side of the station. This presents a tripping hazard to people using
the sidewalks. In addition to the tripping hazard, acorns are also deposited on the
walkway. Even though the fire crews clean them up on a daily basis, the acorns are like
walking on hundreds of marbles. We are also experiencing limbs falling from the trees
because of their weakened condition. One of these limbs recently hit our outside parking
lot light and damaged it. Replacement of the light will cost approximately $100.00.
The crews have volunteered their time to take these trees out. The only expense,
approximately $500.00, will be replacement trees which will be of a cedar type. These
were chosen because of their straight root system, which will not raise walkways as they
mature. This type of tree will also save an estimated hour a day spent by crews cleaning
up after the present trees.
We are asking your permission to complete this project before further damage or injuries
occur. Thank you for your consideration in this matter.
KAC/BEM:rm