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Selma staff to light downtown trees now; council raises parking and intersection safety concerns
Summary
Public works reported steps to stabilize recently planted downtown trees and recommended temporary, low‑cost string lights; council also directed staff to study curb/bulb‑out geometry at High Street/Second Street to address parking and turning conflicts.
Selma — City public works staff told the City Council on Sept. 16 that recently planted trees on High Street are in transplant shock and recommended temporary string lights to add ambiance while the trees mature. Council members also asked staff to examine parking stall geometry and curb bulb‑outs near Second Street after multiple complaints about tight turning movements.
Public Works Director Hahn said arborists and the nursery have inspected the…
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