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Board weighs replacing declining Ponderosa pines at North Pine roundabout
Summary
Staff reported several declining Ponderosa pines in a small roundabout adjacent to private property; the board discussed removal, possible replacement with ponderosa or other species (oaks, river birch), irrigation from the adjacent property, and the need to consult the property owner before replanting.
Jackson, city staff, briefed the board on declining Ponderosa pines in the North Pine/Barclay roundabout and recommended removal based on arborist input, while noting a potential opportunity to replace trees where irrigation is available from an adjacent property.
A board member said the site presents a rare chance for replacement because grass and other plantings indicate available irrigation. Members discussed species options: ponderosa pines were favored by some for character, while others suggested bur oak or river birch. The board noted excavation of old root balls could risk adjacent curb and sidewalk and agreed staff should contact the adjacent property owner before scheduling removals or replacements. Jackson added that saplings from recent Arbor Day plantings are available if irrigation is provided.
Members also raised sight-line concerns for drivers using the roundabout and discussed locating replacements where they would not obstruct visibility. The board added ponderosa to its list of candidate species and asked staff to consider long-term survival and maintenance when proposing replacements.
