City staff presented interactive story maps and damage assessments for the late‑season tornado at the July 21 PCARB meeting, describing a multi‑step plan for tree replacement, sidewalk and street‑lighting repairs and expected federal reimbursement for eligible expenses.

Staff asked residents and board members to review the city’s online storm‑update story maps, which include a tree‑condition map showing red for trees removed, orange for trees needing work, and other colors for trees requiring pruning or minor repairs. "If you go to the website, there's these story maps that are put together," staff said, and the board reviewed examples showing heavy damage along Wyedown from University east toward the city limits.

Staff said the city has removed trees that posed immediate hazards and is currently developing a replanting plan with the conservation department and arborists. The plan will consider species diversity and proper long‑term canopy growth; staff cautioned that larger caliper trees are often not suitable for constrained planting sites and said street trees for sustainable establishment are likely to be planted at approximately a 2.5‑inch caliper and around 6 feet tall when installed.

On funding, staff told the board they expect federal reimbursement through FEMA for eligible debris removal, sidewalk replacement and certain public‑infrastructure repairs — "probably 80 to 85 percent reimbursement" — and that the city will pursue state grants to help cover tree‑planting costs because FEMA typically does not reimburse tree planting. Staff noted the city has a healthy fund balance and can advance projects while awaiting reimbursement.

Staff also said a contract for landscape‑architecture conceptual drawings for Wyedown was on the Board of Aldermen agenda and that concepts and cost estimates should be available within months for public review and feedback. Board members recommended public education about planting size and timeline to manage community expectations about canopy recovery.

FEMA staff reviewing the city’s documentation said they were impressed with the level of detail — the maps include sidewalk damage inventories, photographs and coordinates for damaged public assets. Staff indicated they will continue meetings with FEMA to secure reimbursement for eligible costs. No formal action was taken by PCARB; the discussion provided direction to continue planning and public outreach.