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Attachment 5 I would like an implementation process to engage the neighborhood and work toward a solution that could be positive for everyone. Could Park Dedication funds be considered to fund implementation (in full or in part)? What is this path going to look like? Does it make sense to have a 30-foot-wide park in Roseville? It may not be part of the Commission’s initial recommendation to answer each of these questions, but to determine if this is an alternative worth pursuing and pursue the other questions further down the line. Site Analysis There are a total of 57 inventoried trees (some with multiple tributary branches) on the site with a diameter of at least three inches, 24 of which have a diameter of at least 10 inches. The trees run the spectrum of condition, with some showing signs of decline while others appear to be thriving. The value of the trees varies based on species quality, size, and condition, but most of the trees generally appear to be in good health. Eight trees are invasive, or green ash, and would typically be removed to align with the City’s Natural Resources Management Plan. Removal of those trees would cost an estimated $3,000 - $5,000 and could be funded from the forestry budget. The majority of ground cover vegetation is either buckthorn or other woody invasive species. The City’s practice within right of way is typically not to provide natural resource maintenance. In parks, the City would typically remove these invasives and replace them with native species. This could largely be accomplished utilizing an initial intervention with a contractor (Stantec), followed by subsequent work from volunteer natural resources stewards. There are significant encroachments into the right of way on both the south and north side of the parcel, which makes the parcel feel less accessible than it would if there was a full thirty foot right of way. On the north side, the flattest (and most accessible) portion of the right of way is located within the fence that encroaches on it. On the south side, a fence and plantings requires pedestrians to leave the right of way to continue through to Roselawn St. By preliminary analysis, it appears that there are potential routes where an informal trail could run through the right of way without extreme tree impact or grade changes. Tree Preservation One of the core conversation points has been tree preservation. As has been mentioned, there are a number of significant and valuable trees on the site. Most significantly, there are seven oak trees on the south side with a diameter breast height (DBH) of greater than 20 inches. According to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Compaction within the trees ’ root zone adversely impacts the tree. Compaction can result from machinery/vehicular traffic, foot traffic, and from stockpiling materials over a trees root zone. Grading within the trees root ’’ zone, whether cutting or filling, also negatively impacts trees. Given this guidance, the best practice would be to avoid significant grade changes, and vehicle traffic within a dripline of such significant trees. It is important to note that a feasibility memo prepared by the Public Works department stated that a traditional bituminous path would result in significant tree loss Qbhf!41!pg!29: