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City projects and Sound Transit work could affect trees; council liaison outlines timing and funding uncertainty

2871615 · April 3, 2025
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Summary

Council liaison Larry Goldman updated the Tree Board on the Lakefront Park, roundabout and Sound Transit BRT schedule — noting funding uncertainty and likely tree impacts along rights of way.

Councilmember Larry Goldman told the Tree Board that several city and regional projects could affect street and park trees and that the timing and funding for those projects remains uncertain.

Why it matters: Public works and transit construction often require removal of trees in rights of way and trigger replacement or tree-fund mitigation. The board said it needs to coordinate early with project managers to protect canopy where…

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