CC MEETING: July 12, 2016
DATE: July 6, 2016
TO: Leonard Martin, City Manager
FROM: Laurie Garber, City Secretary/Admin. Services Manager
Title
Discuss Tree Replacements Underneath Oncor Power Lines.
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BACKGROUND:
At the May 17, 2016 council meeting, staff presented possible solutions to Oncor’s tree trimming practices underneath powerlines. It was decided the best course of action is to remove and replace trees in problematic areas. Council requested staff rate the over-trimmed trees in the locations listed below by priority. Priority 1 areas require a prompt response. Priority 2 areas should be inspected in 2 years to determine a course of action. Priority 3 areas should be inspected in 5 years.
Priority 1
Frankford Rd. (between Josey and Kelly)
E. Russell Ave. (at Denton Dr.)
Priority 2
Keller Springs Rd. (between Old Denton and Josey)
Priority 3
Josey Ln. (between Trinity Mills and Frankford)
E. Jackson Rd. (near Crater Lake)
As this estimate is based on experience with a former contractor rather than actual bids by a tree removal contractor, competitive bidding is recommended. Estimates for removing, replacing and installing irrigation are attached.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION/ACTION DESIRED:
Staff is requesting direction from Council on which trees to remove and replace.