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Program. The Renewal Program included 77 projects and was a $19-million-dollar <br />undertaking which wascompleted on time and under budget. <br />Brokke wished Evenson“good luck” on his next venture as the Superintendent of Parks <br />and Planning forthe City of Maple Grove. <br />Commission Chair Newby thanked Evenson for his service. <br />Evenson stated that everything that has been accomplished is a tribute to the community <br />here in Roseville and how rewarding it is to go out and see people utilizing the parks. <br />Langton Lake Park Declining Oak Tree Area- <br />The trees on the north side of Langton Lake Park located behind the ball fields are ending <br />their useful life. There is concern as they are potentially creating a hazardous condition <br />that could lead tofalling trees. Brokke showed pictures of the tree deterioration. <br />Brokke explained that Parks and Recreation staff hasevaluatedand inspectedthe trees in <br />the area. Upon inspection a number of trees were identifiedas being inin poor condition. <br />The staff recommendation was to remove several of the trees. <br />In the last few weeks,a very large limb hassubsequently brokenoff and fellon the trail. <br />Several other trees and limbs are imminent in the same area. <br />Commission Chair Newby questioned if it is a disease that is causing the deterioration? <br />Brokke confirmed that it is just a function of age and maybe some potential land erosion <br />and compaction. <br />In addition, there are a number of erosion issues in the area. Brokke shared pictures of the <br />erosion concerns. <br />Brokke confirmed that a Certified Arborist surveyed the area and agreed with the staff <br />recommendation to take down the declining trees. Consideration is being given toa <br />restoration plan for the area. A few of the trees need to be remove immediately to ensure <br />that there is not apublic safety concern. <br />Commission Chair Newby communicatedthat he hadreceived an inquiry via e-mail <br />questioning if a certified Arborist had evaluated the area. Brokke reiterated that this was <br />completed and the Arborist agreed with the Parks and Recreation recommendation to <br />remove the trees. <br />Commissioner O’Brien statedthat we need to air on the side of caution with such a busy <br />trail. <br />Commissioner Heikkila questioned the communication plan to citizens. <br />4 <br /> <br /> <br />