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<br />Roseville Public Works, Environment and <br />Transportation Commission <br /> <br />Agenda Item <br /> <br />Date: September 27, 2005 <br /> <br />Item No: 6 <br /> <br />Item Description: Operational Policy Discussion Related to Storm Damage Cleanup <br /> <br />In light of the recent storm on September 21,2005, we thought it would be timely to have a <br />discussion about stonn damaged trees and the City's response to cleanup and disposal of storm <br />damage. Historically the City has implemented a Citywide cleanup of public and private damage <br />only when there is extensive damage 01'25% or more of the City. This has occurred three or four <br />times in the past 20-25 years. These cleanups are costly and impact other work programs of City <br />staff. Widespread storms over several jurisdictions many times get federal disaster declarations <br />and cleanup costs become partially reimbursable through FEMA. <br /> <br />Staff s dilemma is assessing the level of damage and determining what to recommend as to the <br />level of City involvement in the cleanup of private trees and brush. Is the threshold for City <br />involvement appropriate? We have received many calls from residents after each storm event <br />asking if the City is collecting private tree damage. <br /> <br />This most recent storm was assessed as moderate damage in less than 25% of the City and <br />isolated damage throughout the remainder of the City. The City's response has been to remove <br />public right-of-way damage only. <br /> <br />After discussion, we are seeking input on whether our thresholds for City involvement in private <br />storm damage cleanup is appropriate. <br /> <br />Recommended Action: <br /> <br />Input on current City procedures. <br />