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Residents raise concerns as Turtle Creek work removes trees in reserve area; city says drainage and utilities require work
Summary
Residents complained about tree removal in a reserve area in the Turtle Creek subdivision. City Administrator Gensby said the approved plat and Reserve A allow drainage, utilities and limited work and that some trees were removed for necessary drainage improvements.
Several council members and staff discussed constituent complaints about tree removal at the Turtle Creek construction site. Council members cited the city's subdivision regulations (sections 2102 and 6103) defining reserved areas and easements; some residents expected trees in the 40-foot reserve to remain untouched. City Administrator Gensby said the approved plat identifies "Reserve A" and that the area is intended for drainage, stormwater detention, landscaping, pedestrian access and utilities confined to easements. "Just because it is a reserve does not mean that you cannot do work in it as far as drainage work or install utilities in that area," Gensby said, explaining that some trees had to be removed for drainage and utility installation.
Council and staff agreed to clarify the record and provide residents with more detail about the approved plat and what activities the reserve allows. No formal change to the approved plat or an enforcement action was recorded during the meeting; the discussion served as clarification for residents and to resolve community concerns.
