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ounds View City Council ~egular Meeting Page Nine July 27, 1992 Minetor stated by adjusting the sidewalk, possibly two more trees may be saved. Mayor Linke asked if they had met with the residents and explained the situation to them. Minetor stated that they had met with as many residents who came in or called. Mayor Linke stated that the Forester is in on Tuesdays. Any resident who has special problems should contact Ric to set up a meeting and go over their individual case. Dave Lawrence, 8530 Long Lake Road asked what the white x's were on the trees. Minetor stated that these are trees that, in the beginning, looked like they could be saved. It was determined, however, that these trees have to be taken because of Williams Pipeline. Minetor explained the requirements regarding the shifting of the center line of the roadway. • Dave Lawrence could understand sidewalks on Quincy and County Road I as they are busy roads. Councilmember Wuori stated that Long Lake Road is also a busy road. Councilmember Wuori also stated that where there are sidewalks in the City they are being heavily used. Dave Lawrence stated that the trees that would be cut around will reroot in two years. Minetor stated that a reason for not doing this is liability. One concern is that a tree that had been severely trimmed could go through a house during a storm. The tree being discussed would have to be trimmed back 20' and this would not leave much of a tree. Mr. Lawrence stated that his white pine is 35 to 40 years old. and it could go up to 50. Mr. Lawrence stated that the City could have the other pines as he does not want to loose them either. Minetor stated that in a natural location that tree could grow up to 50'. The Forester indicated it would not be a good idea to try to save it. Mr. Lawrence stated that if the tree dies, he will cut it down.