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PB &R Commission Agenda
Item No. &
September 2, 2008
TO: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission
FROM: General Services Director
SUBJECT: Balboa Pillage Beautification, Reforestation &
City Street Tree Redesignation
Recommendation
Consideration of the request by representatives from the Balboa Village Business Improvement
District ( BVBID) and Balboa Peninsula Point Association (BPPA) to approve a change to the
current street tree designation on Main Street from the Eucalyptus torquata (Coral Gum) to the
Brahea edulis (Guadalupe Palm), and from the Eucalyptus nicholii (Willow- Leafed Peppermint)
to the Brahea edulis (Guadalupe Palm) on Balboa Boulevard. Additionally, consider the removal
and replacement of 57 City trees within the Balboa Village.
Background
The City Street Tree Designation List is maintained and reviewed on an annual basis by City
• staff (Attachment A). The Parks, Beaches, and Recreation Commission reviews any proposed
changes to parkway street tree designation per City Council Policy G -6 (Attachment B). The
current designated street tree for Main Street is the Eucalyptus torquata (Coral Gum) and for
Balboa Boulevard the Eucalyptus nicholii (Willow - Leafed Peppermint).
Renovation of Balboa Village began December 1999 and concluded in June 2003. The multi -
phased beautification project included removal of existing trees; installation of new trees,
irrigation and landscape, reconstruction of streets, sidewalks, curbs and utilities. Numerous
public hearings took place before the construction phase commenced, including various
homeowners and groups, such as business owners, the Central Newport Beach Community
Association, the Balboa Peninsula Point Association, and the Balboa Village Business
Improvement District.
In the design phase, for the new village amenities, significant discussions occurred regarding the
street trees. After an extensive public outreach and examination of over 75 species of trees, the
City Council selected Eucalyptus torquata for Main Street and Eucalyptus nicholii for Balboa
Boulevard.
Discussion
Early this year, staff was contacted by Ms. Cyndi Doran, a representative for the BVBID and
BPPA to discuss the removal and replacement of the trees within the Balboa Village and the
• possibility of reforestation.
Unfortunately, the existing trees have not performed well, although staff has made an extensive
effort of maintenance on all tree sites that includes annual pruning, tree staking, fertilization,
insecticide treatments and tree replacements when necessary. Numerous trees have been
removed within the past couple of years. The Eucalyptus trees are better suited for an inland
environment, and the Village trees have been stressed by insect attacks, competition from
surrounding shrubs and ground covers, vandalism and exposure to the sea coast.
In the past several months, staff has met with Ms. Doran to discuss the specifics of reforestation,
which included the site conditions and existing trees, possible tree replacements, projected costs,
and the criteria for reforestation.
The current street tree designations for Washington and Palm Streets (Washingtonia robusta —
Mexican Fan Palm) are not being considered for change.
The reforestation would require removing 57 existing City Coral Gum and Willow - Leafed
Peppermint trees, and replacing with the Guadalupe Palms. The BVBID and BPPA have also
requested that the City assist with funding the project. Both Associations intend to contribute to
the total cost of the project, but the amount of the contribution has not been determined at this
time. Therefore, if approved by the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission (PB & R), the
project will be forwarded to City Council for approval and possible funding.
Fundine
The total estimated cost for the project is approximately $198,000. Staff has included a projected
cost sheet (Attachment C) which details the costs for Main Street (Phases I and II) and Balboa
Boulevard (Phases III and IV). It is envisioned that the designated phase of the project would be
completed prior to moving to another. The BVBID and BPPA propose to fund 50% of the
project and staff's recommendation is for the City to fund 50 %.
• The Presidents of the three associations, Central Newport Beach Community Association, Balboa
Peninsula Point Association, and the Balboa Village Business Improvement District have been
sent a copy of this report and a notice of the Commission meeting.
Very respect ly,
Mark Harmon
Attachments: (A) City Street Tree Designation List
(B) City Council Policy G -6
(C) Balboa Village Proposed Reforestation Costs
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MAINTENANCE AND PLANTING OF PARKWAY TREES
• The City Council is vitally interested in beautification of City parkways. Public
cooperation in helping to develop and maintain healthy and attractive parkway trees is
encouraged.
MAINTENANCE OF PARKWAY TREES
The General Services Department will trim the parkway trees on a rotation schedule.
An effort will be made to trim the parkway trees on less than a three -year cycle. If the
rotation trimming is completed in less than three years, more frequent trimming will be
performed on certain trees and in view areas. Public safety issues such as low branches
and heavy foliage will be given priority over view trimming. An effort will be made to
trim parkway trees Iocated in heavy summer traffic areas during the fall and winter
months. The trimming schedule will be altered to avoid trimming streets with flowering
street trees during their blooming time. This will apply to streets having a large number
of flowering trees, not to one or two trees on a street. Annual trimming of certain
species of trees prone to wind damage will be done prior to the winter season.
TREE LIST
The City Council has adopted an official street tree list which will be used by the
General Services Department to determine species for planning purposes in all new
• subdivisions and replacement in established parkways. The list, which is entitled Street
Tree Designation List will be reviewed on an annual basis by the General Services
Department staff with any recommendations forwarded to the Parks, Beaches and
Recreation Commission for review before adoption of any recommendations by the
City Council.
STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR PLANTING PARKWAY TREES
A. General Requirements
1. 72 -hour notification shall be given to the General Services Department
staff prior to the initial installation of parkway trees for approval of
species, material quality, and planting supervision. 24 -hour notice shall be
given prior to all subsequent inspections as required.
2. Relative position of parkway trees is subject to approval by the General
Services Department, and any tree not properly placed will be relocated at
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no cost to the City. In the interest of public safety, trees shall be planted
not less than:
• a. 25 feet back of beginning of curb returns at intersections.
b. 10 feet from lamp standards.
C. 10 feet from fire hydrants.
d. 10 feet from service walks or driveways.
e. 10 feet from meters and sewers.
f. 25 feet from stop signs.
3. Trees shall be a minimum container size of 24" box.
a. Condition: Plants shall be symmetrical, typical for variety and
species, healthy, vigorous, free from plant disease, insect pests and
shall have healthy, normal root system free from being root bound.
Trees shall not be pruned nor topped prior to delivery.
b. Inspection: All plant material shall be subject to inspection and
approval by the General Services Department staff prior to
planting. The City has the right to reject any item offered.
• 4. Soil Analysis Requirement for Land Developers
Developers may be required to submit a composite soil analysis
completed by a bona fide soil testing laboratory of soil to receive parkway
trees at no cost to the City. The location and number of soil samples shall
be determined by the City. Analysis shall include fertility level and
organic content of the samples take. A copy of the test results shall be
forwarded directly to the General Services Department staff a minimum
of 60 days prior to the scheduled planting of parkway trees.
PARKWAY TREE PLANTING
A. All tree planting pits shall be dug with the bottom level width equal to two times
the diameter of the ball, and the depth 1 1/2 times the height of the container
from which the tree is planted.
B. Where land developers are required to provide soil analysis, the prepared soil
backfill shall be based on test results.
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C. When soil analysis is not a requirement, native soil with a commercial fertilizer
approved by the General Services Department staff shall be used for backfill.
• D. Set plants in center of pit, in vertical position, so that crown of ball will be level
with finish grade after allowing for watering and settling and shall bear the same
relationship to finish grade after allowing for watering and settling and shall
bear the same relationship to finish grade that it did to soil surface in its
container.
E. Prepare a depressed water basin capable of holding 10 gallons of water. Water
shall be applied in that quantity at time of planting in a fashion that insures
wetting the entire root ball and that all air pockets are removed.
F. If houses are not occupied, trees shall be watered one week later. Thereafter,
watering shall be done at week intervals by the developer for a period of one
year or until homes are occupied.
G. Each tree must be properly supported by one Reddy Stake System or other
material approved by the General Services Department staff. Stakes shall be a
minimum of seven feet in length. Stake all trees at time of planting by placing a
stake in the prepared hole and placing the stake as prescribed by the
manufacturer.
H. All trees shall be secured to stakes with a UV-resistant vinyl tubing.
I. A root barrier approved by the General Services Department staff shall be
installed.
GUARANTEES
A. 24" boxed trees shall be guaranteed as to growth and health for a period of
ninety (90) days after final acceptance by the General Services Department staff.
B. Trees that fail to grow or are injured or damaged during planting operations
shall be replaced within 15 days after notification. Replacement material shall be
guaranteed as specified as original guaranteed material.
ESTABLISHED PARKWAYS
Applicant must:
A. Applicant must accept responsibility for watering and fertilizing new trees.
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B. If an applicant has questions regarding the street tree program they should
contact the Urban Forester at (949) 644 -3083 or send a written request for one or
• more parkway trees to: Attn: Urban Forester, P. O. Box 1768, Newport Beach,
California 92659 -1768.
City of Newport Beach will:
A. Approve species, location, and spacing of tree planting.
B. Furnish, install, stake, and initially fertilize new trees (exception would be trees
planted in accordance with City Code 13.09.010).
C. Prune and spray tree as required.
D. Approve type of root barriers for installation.
E. Assume trimming responsibilities.
PARKWAYS IN ESTABLISHED RETAIL COMMERCIAL /OFFICE CENTERS
Parkway street trees that are removed because they are diseased or have damaged
property may be replaced with the same species of trees (and a species other than the
designated street tree) provided (a) the parkway street tree is located adjacent to or
within an established retail commercial /office development; (b) replacement with the
same species will maintain the appearance of the streetscape and /or ensure consistency
• with an established landscape masterplan adopted by the adjoining landowner; (c) the
parkway street trees have a history of Iittle or no hardscape damage nor injury claims
related to hardscape damage caused by the tree; and (d) the property owner has agreed
in writing to repair or pay the cost of repair /and or replacement of hardscape or
underground utilities damaged by the new trees.
Adopted - November 22,1982
Amended - November 14,1983
Amended - October 22,1992
Amended - January 24,1994
Amended - July 23, 2002
Amended - April 13, 2004
Amended - August 24, 2004
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