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189 COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 27, 1995 Forester Marty Asieson. Mr. Strecker explained that he had talked to Mr. Asieson today. He said Mr. Asieson expressed concern that he has not been approached about this earlier. Mr. Powell explained that generally at this stage in a project, Mr. Asieson would not be involved on a detailed review. He did visit the site with Mr. Asieson this afternoon and looked at the two (2) oak trees that have to be removed. Mr. Asleson expressed concern regarding excavating over 40% of the tree roots within the drip -line. Mr. Strecker said he knows that this is true, however, he felt that the 40% being excavated is blacktop and the tree roots would not be there but in his yard. Mr. Powell explained that the excavation will extend to almost the base of the trees and felt the impact on the trees will be significant. He also noted that the two (2) trees will impact the sight line at the intersection. The current City standards require that trees not be planted within 30 feet of an intersection to keep sight -lines open. Mr. Powell also noted that there are a number of "curvy" streets in this City however, this particular curve ends at the intersection of another street creating a 90 degree angle. He explained that typically a street would not be shifted one way and then shifted back again within 400 feet. Acting Mayor Neal asked for a report from Mr. Asieson on this matter. Mr. Strecker said that even if the two (2) oak trees on the corner are not saved there are several trees growing on the property line that have not yet matured that will be affected by the utility construction. He felt that all the trees would eventually die and asked that these trees also be protected. Mr. Powell said that typically in a project such as this, staff would meet with the City Forester and identify all trees endangered by the proposed utility construction. If there are any trees on the right-of-way encroaching as much as the two (2) oaks on the corner, they will probably be removed at the same time. This situation will be evaluated with the City Forester. Brian Zewers, 6307 Baldwin Lake Road - Mr. Zewers lives on the north side of White Pine Road where the new road will jog to the south. He pointed out a house that is very close to the proposed alignment of White Pine Road. He felt that the new road will be very close and cause a problem if White Pine Road is extended west beyond Baldwin Lake Road. Jim Massa, 6301 Baldwin Lake Road - Mr. Massa asked if a connection for utility services will be constructed for his lot. Mr. Powell said yes, each lot will have a utility connection, however the properties will not be assessed until they petition for connection to the services. Mr. Massa said that he preferred PAGE 25