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Board clears removal of three junipers along North Locust to make way for sidewalk and move hydrant
Summary
For the North Locust/Blackview Avenue improvement project (ODOT small city allotment), the board approved removing three junipers (7", 9", 11" DBH) that conflict with a proposed path and supported relocating a fire hydrant to improve safety.
City staff updated the board on the North Locust (Blackview Avenue) improvement project, funded by an Oregon Department of Transportation small city allotment, and described three junipers identified as conflicting with a proposed pedestrian pathway. Staff said the trees measure approximately 7‑, 9‑ and 11‑inch DBH and that relocating the nearby fire hydrant would improve safety and reduce conflict with the alignment.
Board members cited frequent pedestrian and school use of the crossing and limited sight lines; staff noted overhead power lines and prior trimming that had already reduced canopy in the area. A motion to remove the three junipers and relocate the hydrant carried after a second; staff will coordinate hydrant relocation as part of project design and work with utility/traffic control partners as needed.
