HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007-12-06 Arborist CommentsJulie Hultman
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K.D. Widin [kdwidin @comcast.net]
Thursday, December 06, 2007 10:46 AM
Eric Johnson; mvierling a[7eckberglammers.com; dpostler a@bonestroo.com; Scott Richards;
Jimmy Butler; Judy Hoist; Julie Hultman; Tom Ozzello
Xcel Energy Baytown Substation Landscaping
On 12/5/07, !inspected the landscaping which has been installed around the Xcel Energy Baytown Sub - station just
west of the new Goodwill location. I have the following observations:
1. The landscaping which has been installed does not match the landscape plan submitted for
approval.
2. It is most consistent with that plan on the east side, which faces Goodwill, with a number
of evergreens which provide good screening outside the fence around the sub - station.
3. On the south side a few evergreen and deciduous trees have been planted, and, in this location,
the ground is above the level of the drive into Goodwill and not much is visible - screening is
adequate.
4. On the west side, facing Lowe's /CSM parking lot and detention basin, there are some evergreen
and deciduous trees and shrubs planted, screening probably adequate.
5. On the north side, there are a few deciduous trees and shrubs planted and also larger existing
trees which provide adequate screening.
The trees and shrubs planted are of appropriate size and species and appear to be healthy. Even though the installed
landscaping does not match the plan submitted, the landscaping is attractive and will provide adequate screening, along
with the fencing around the facility.
If you have any questions regarding this inspection or report, please contact me.
Kathy Widin
OPH Arborist
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