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Public works outlines Valley Park and Greenbelt tree removals and a proposed replanting plan; commission receives report
Summary
Public Works presented a plan to replant canopy lost after removal of 26 dead or failing trees in Valley Park and the city Greenbelt; the commission received the plan and asked staff to consider dog‑park siting and sight‑line concerns before final planting.
City public-works staff told the Parks, Recreation and Community Resources Advisory Commission on Oct. 7 that 26 trees in Valley Park and on the Greenbelt have been removed or flagged for removal because of decline, structural issues or pest and root problems, and presented a proposed replanting plan that the commission received and filed.
The removals followed three safety incidents in Valley Park, including large limbs falling near pathways and the playground. Public works and the city’s certified arborist concluded the immediate removals were necessary for public safety; staff also identified additional trees showing decline. Staff said every removed tree was inspected for active bird nests before removal and none were found.
The plan and costs Public Works proposed replanting roughly 52 24‑inch‑box trees across the park and Greenbelt (the presentation listed an approximate planting plan by location and species). Staff presented species recommendations that differentiate between turf and non‑turf areas and prioritized canopy restoration: jacaranda, ginkgo, western redbud, mesquite, southern magnolia, Australian red gum and others were included. Palm trees were noted as more expensive: a 20‑foot palm replacement can cost on the order of $8,000 each, while the per‑tree range for 24
