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Board discusses watering, tree-pit soils, structural specs and FlexiPave timing
Summary
Board members reported current watering, raised concerns about structural-soil backfill in new sidewalk tree pits, and discussed creating or updating city DPW standards; the group reviewed timing and cost considerations for FlexiPave installation and options to protect young street trees.
Board members reported ongoing watering and generally good survival after a hot spell but noted some likely replacements after last year’s drought. The group then turned to sidewalk tree pits installed during a recent sidewalk project and questioned the backfill material and specifications used for those pits.
Why it matters: tree-pit backfill and structural-soil choices influence tree health and long-term survival in paved environments. Board members said pits with heavy stone or structural mixes should still include good topsoil in the planting well to support…
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