New Search
POSTING <br /> 1. Wherever possible trees to be removed shall be posted at least seven calendar days prior to <br /> removal. (see Exception) <br /> 2. The notice shall state the reason for the tree's removal, the estimated week it will be <br /> removed, and that the record of examination and diagnosis is available for inspection at <br /> Public Works - Maintenance, 1820 Roosevelt Blvd., Eugene, Oregon 97402 -4199, (503) 687- <br /> 5220, during regular business hours. <br /> 3. The notice shall be on 8.5" x 11" shed of florescent orange paper and placed on two sides <br /> of the tree facing traffic or where visible to the public. <br /> 4. Exception: A tree need not be posted if the tree is posing an imminent hazard to life or <br /> property, as determined by the City, and is being removed the same day it was noted. A <br /> written record of the examination shall be made and be available for public inspection as <br /> above. <br /> CL1t(J:N S INQUIRY <br /> If a citizen has concerns that the findings may be inaccurate and/or the removal is not <br /> warranted for public safety then the citizen may contact the Urban Forester and: <br /> 1. request a field meeting with City staff for the purpose of explaining their concerns. City <br /> staff will reexamine and demonstrate, using the established criteria, the defects which require <br /> the tree's removal. <br /> 2. challenge the findings of the report and present evidence to the contrary. <br /> 3. present alternatives to removal. <br /> The City reserves the right to make the final determination on the tree's status. <br />