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City reports final flood reimbursement expected and 189 trees slated for removal through mid-2026
Summary
Public works director Todd reported the final June 2024 flood reimbursement document was signed and the city expects the last $25,000, bringing total reimbursements to about $467,000. He also said 189 trees are planned for removal by June 1, 2026, at contractor prices under $500 per tree and described priority locations.
Todd reported to the council that he signed the final document related to the June 2024 flooding that should secure the last $25,000 in reimbursement for the city.
"I signed the, I believe what is the last document from the June 2024 flooding. So, 18 months later, signed the last document that should get us our last $25,000 in reimbursement," Todd said. He said total reimbursements from that event amount to approximately $467,000.
Todd also outlined a planned tree-removal effort: 189 trees slated for removal between now and June 1, 2026, with contractor pricing reported at under $500 per tree. He said the round includes many maples with significant dead wood, trees inside sight triangles at intersections, and blocks of trees on city-owned parcels along the west corridor and north-northwest of GCC. He said the city will prioritize dangerous trees and areas with public trails.
Council members asked how right-of-way is defined and whether the sidewalk or curb determines the city's authority to remove trees; Todd explained that right-of-way widths vary (some 50 ft, some 60 ft, some 70 ft) and that where the sidewalk sits on city-owned right-of-way, a portion of a tree in that zone qualifies it for removal.
The council did not vote on additional funding at the meeting; Todd said he will request dollars in the upcoming budget session for additional removals if approved.
