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Commission asks staff to research designating historic trees, including a pomelo near the Bolt Museum
Summary
Commissioners asked staff to research whether a pomelo tree near the Bolt Museum and an olive grove could be designated as historically significant and suggested future agenda items and legal review; staff reported no existing specimen-tree designations in city records.
The Oroville Parks Commission on June 9 asked staff to research the possibility of designating several trees and groves as historically significant after a commissioner described a century-old pomelo tree near the Bolt Museum and raised the olive grove behind Tuscan Villa.
Staff told the commission they could not find any existing specimen or historical tree designations in city records. A commissioner said the pomelo tree is referenced in a local history book and suggested contacting the property owner to explore acquisition or a designation that would preserve the tree and nearby lots as a small park; staff advised that private-land designations can be legally complex and recommended consulting the city attorney.
Commissioners supported placing the issue on a future agenda and asked staff to prepare a packet with research, legal considerations and potential steps to pursue designation, acquisition or a conservation agreement. The commission also suggested scheduling a presentation and possibly a special meeting if the historical group needs more time to present.
The commission did not take formal action beyond requesting staff follow-up and adding the topic for future consideration.
