16. TREES & DOWNTOWN OR OTHER CIVIC SITE <br /> Discussion: With the adopted standards we could refer to what should or <br /> should not be planted. With some maintenance these trees may not have to <br /> become a problem. <br /> 17. TREES & PARKS <br /> Discussion: Present policy is to work with Landscape and Design. Need <br /> clarification on who determines the trees that are selected for the parks. <br /> 18. MEMORIAL TREE PROGRAM <br /> A) Formalize Parks unwritten program <br /> 1. Plaques are allowed with a $5,000 contribution <br /> 2. No guarantee for the longevity beyond standard 3 year <br /> establishment period. <br /> 3. Contribution should (shall) cover the cost of the plant, instal- <br /> lation, and the three year establishment maintenance. <br /> A. Contributor may elect to provide the labor, City approved <br /> tree, and maintenance rather than pay for City services. <br /> Discussion: There is a written memo. Jan and Dick will work on getting this <br /> program consistent. <br /> 19. TREE REMOVAL <br /> A. (Existing) interim Hawthorne /Plum removal policy <br /> B. (Existing) interim posting policy <br /> C. Dangerous tree on private property <br /> 1. Likely to impact ROW (street side) <br /> 2. Likely to remain on private property <br /> 3. Alley tree <br /> Discussion: Our rights and obligations. Practice of tree posting. Each <br /> request needs to be evaluated. What about an appeal process? What can- the <br />