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To: BIXBY OLD RANCH TOWNE CENTER
PROJECT FILE — EUCALYPTUS TREE
REMOVAL — DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES APPROVAL
Attention: Ron Bradshaw, Bixby Ranch Company
Mayor Campbell and Members of the City Council
Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission
Donald F. McIntyre, Acting City Manager
Quinn Barrow, City Attorney
Nancy Beard, Parks, Recreation and Community Services Director
From: Lee Whittenberg, Director of Development Services
Subject: EUCALYPTUS TREE REMOVAL — DIRECTOR
OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES APPROVAL
Date: January 3, 2001
Overview of Proposed Eucalyptus Tree Removals — Bixby Old Ranch Towne
Center.
Staff has been provided copies of several reports over the past months by the consulting arborist on
the Bixby Old Ranch Towne Center project regarding the continuing decline in the health of the
eucalyptus grove along Seal Beach Boulevard. Those reports have continually shown a decrease in
the health of the grove and an increase in the number of trees that have died or are dying as a result
of the redgum lerp psyllids. The most recent report, dated November 30, 2000, indicates that the
death and decline of the trees has continued to increase, and presented the following findings and
recommendations:
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Bixby Old Ranch Towne Center Project
January 3, 2001
Findings:
North of St. Cloud only about 30 to 40 percent of the trees are alive.
South of St. Cloud about 70 to 80 percent are alive.
Redgum lerp psyllids are still attacking new growth in the remaining trees that are alive.
Recommendations:
Recommend removal of all the trees north of St Cloud.
Perform soil testing and prepare the area as recommended. After testing, the list of
recommended replacement species may be adjusted, based on the results of the soil testing.
Suggests eventual replacement of all the redgums along Sea] Beach Boulevard as part of a
long-term gradual replacement.
Provided as Attachment 1 are the following reports from Mr. Applegate: November 30, 2000;
September 29, 2000; August 30, 2000; and July 27, 2000 (Refer to Attachment 1).
In addition, the required widening of Seal Beach Boulevard is resulting in the removal of additional
trees not included within those dead and diseased tress discussed within Mr. Applegate's reports.
Authority for Director of Development Services to Issue Eucalyptus Tree Removal
Permit.
Section 7DA of the Code of the City of Seal Beach sets forth the provisions for issuing a
Eucalyptus Tree Removal Permit. The Director of Development Services is given the authority to
issue a permit in the following situation:
"Section 7D4.(b)(3) Director Approval. The Director may issue a tree permit
in the event that the proposed activities are not undertaken in connection with the
development of property and where the removal or modification of a eucalyptus tree
is necessary for the preservation of a grove or tree, or for the protection of the public
health, safety and welfare."
Authority for City Manaeer to Issue Tree Removal Permit:
Section 20A -3.B of the Code of the City of Seal Beach sets forth provisions allowing the removal of
trees subject to a written detemunation of the City Manager. The City Manager is given the
authority to authorize the removal of trees in the following situation:
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Bixby Old Ranch Towne Center Project
January3, 2001
"Section 20A -3.B Remove pursuant to a written determination by the City
Manager after visual inspection and evaluation that the tree is so diseased or
damaged that it is no longer viable."
Summary of Findines to authorize removal of the reauested eucalyptus trees:
In reviewing the above referenced reports from Greg Applegate, it is apparent the redgum lerp
psyllid infestation is the cause of the death of the trees and the continuing stress on the remaining
trees within the grove. As indicated in his previous reports:
❑ at least 60 trees are dead from the redgum lerp psyllid infestation
❑ the number of trees that have begun to decline or die is increasing rapidly
❑ there is a much greater death rate at the northern end of the windrow (72 percent north of St.
Cloud are now dead)
❑ these trees are more likely to fall or drop limbs now that they are dead or dying.
APPROVAL OF EUCALYPTUS TREE REMOVAL PERMIT:
Based on the analysis of the provisions of Section 713-4. And 20A -3.B of the Code of the City of
Seal Beach and the reports of Greg Applegate, consulting arborist, as presented above, I hereby
determine the subject recommendation for removal of eucalyptus trees is:
❑ consistent with the provisions of Section 7D4. of the Code of the City of Seal Beach;
❑ within the scope of the provisions of Section 7134(b)(3). of the Code of the City of Seal
Beach, which authorizes the Director of Development Services to issue eucalyptus tree
removal permits subject to certain conditions.
❑ consistent with the provisions of Section 2OA-3 of the Code of the City of Seal Beach;
❑ within the scope of the provisions of Section 20A -3.B of the Code of the City of Seal Beach,
which authorizes the City Manager to issue tree removal permits subject to certain
conditions.
EUCALYPTUS TREE REMOVALS ARE PERMITTED UNDER THE
FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
All Eucalyptus Trees north of St. Cloud may be removed in accordance with the
recommendations of Greg Applegate's recommendations of November 30 and
September 29, 2000, as applicable.
All Eucalyptus Trees south of St. Cloud identified as dead in Greg Applegate's
memorandum of September 29, 2000 may be removed in accordance with the
recommendations of Greg Applegate's recommendations of November 30 and
September 29, 2000, as applicable.
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Eucalyptus Tree Removal Permit
Bixby Old Ranch Towne Center Project
January3, 2001
All Eucalyptus Trees south of St. Cloud identified for removal as a result of the
widening of Seal Beach Boulevard and the provision of required bus stops, in
accordance with the conditions of approval and the "Mitigation Monitoring Program for
the Bixby Old Ranch Towne Center Project" are approved.
A replanting program consistent with Greg Applegate's recommendations of November
30 and September 29, 2000 shall be submitted to the Parks, Recreation and Community
Services Director and the Director of Development Services for review and approval
within 30 days of the date of the approval of this permit. Such replanting program shall
be in accordance with the recommendations of Greg Applegate's recommendations of
November 30 and September 29, 2000, as applicable, and the provisions of Mitigation
Measures M-5 and M-6.
The replanting program shall be reviewed and approved by the Parks, Recreation and
Community Services Director and the Director of Development Services within 20 days
of the submission of said replanting program, and the replanting program shall be
completed within 90 days of the approval by the Parks, Recreation and Community
Services Director and the Director of Development Services of said replanting program.
Bixby Ranch Company shall be responsible for all costs of the tree removals authorized
by this permit and for all of the costs of said replanting program.
Bixby Ranch Company, "Applicant", shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless City, its
officers, agents and employees (collectively "the City" hereinafter) from any and all
claims and losses whatsoever occurring or resulting to any and all persons, firms, or
corporations furnishing or supplying work, services, materials, or supplies in connection
with the performance of the work permitted hereby or the exercise of the rights granted
herein, and any and all claims, lawsuits or actions arising from the granting of or the
exercise of the rights permitted by this Tree Removal Permit, and from any and all
claims and losses occurring or resulting to any person, firm, corporation or property for
damage, injury or death arising out of or connected with the performance of the work
permitted hereby. Applicant's obligation to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the
City as stated herein shall include, but not be limited to, paying all fees and costs
incurred by legal counsel of the City's choice in representing the City in connection with
any such claims, losses, lawsuits or actions, expert witness fees, and any award of
damages, judgments, verdicts, court costs or attorneys' fees in any such lawsuit or
action.
ADMINISTRATIVE PERMIT APPROVED ON: January 3, 2001
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Eucalyptus Tree Removal Permit
Bixby Old Ranch Towne Center Project
January 3, 2001
BY:
Donald F. McIntyre
Acting City Manager
BY:
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hector of Development Services
PERMIT CIO CCE O January 3. 2001
BY:
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Bixby Ranch Company
Attachment 1:
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Reports from Mr. Applegate dated November 30, 2000; September 29, 2000;
August 30, 2000; and July 27, 2000
Eucalyptus Tree Removal Permit
Bixby Old Ranch Towne Center Project
January 3, 2001
ATTACHMENT 1
REPORTS FROM MR. APPLEGATE DATED
NOVEMBER 30, 2000; SEPTEMBER 29, 2000;
AUGUST 30,2000; AND JULY 27, 2000
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MEMORANDUM
TO: RON BRADSHAW - BDtBY RANCH COMPANY
FROM: GREG APPLEGATE, AS" ASIA
SUBJECT: MONITORING OF WINDROW TREES -BDMY OLD RANCH TOWN CENTER
DATE: NOVEMBER 30,2000
This month's inspection was performed on Thursday, November 30, 2000. The
following are my findings and recommendations from this inspection.
I visually inspected the trees on the inside and outside of the fence. None were
Shigometer tested, but an evaluation was made of whether the death rate had stabilized
and whether or not the parasite release was working.
Findings
The previously noted death and decline of the trees has slowed or stabilized. Most of the
trees with cracking bark and brown leaves have died and should now be removed
quickly.
North of St. Cloud only about 30 to 40 percent of the trees are alive.
South of St. Cloud about 70 to 80 percent are alive.
While I believe I saw two wasps, there is still no significant impact on the redgum lerp
psyllids. New growth is still being attacked.
There is some borer trails exposed under the bark of some of the dead trees. The trails
are very small, <1/16" wide, and there is no sign that they pupated. Most entered at old
branch stubs or cleat marks.
When the mulch was originally placed a fair amount of soil was mixed in plugging up the
pores and hindering air flow. With all the new construction and no protective fencing
around the trees more soil is being moved into the protection zone and mixed into the
mulch. In one trench, the old "protective fencing" was shown buried about 16 inches
down.
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Discussion
It appears that the rate of decline is stabilizing or stabilized for now, although I believe
we will continue to see some decline since there is still inadequate foliage to support the
trees. I do not believe it would be reasonable to wait any further to see how many will
die. The risk is too great.
I hope you remember the charts I included in my earlier reports about the propensity of
this species of eucalyptus to fail. In addition most of these trees have been topped and
have various uncorrectable defects. Now that they are dead or declining they are more
likely to fall or drop limbs. We must get a decision from the City to remove at least the
trees north of St. Cloud.
We should whatever time we have to grow liners of replacement eucalyptus. Hopefully
they will allow small size eucalyptus, if they insist on eucalyptus still. The small
eucalyptus could be intermixed with larger tees of other types. Eucalyptus liners
generally cost about one dollar per unit.
Recommendations
• I recommend removal of all the trees north of St. Cloud.
• Remove and stockpile the mulch layer. Do not allow it to be mixed into the soil.
• Screen the mulch to remove dirt and fine particles less than 1/2 inch before
reapplying, or use a layer less than 4 inches thick.
• Deep rip the entire area north of St. Cloud and remove as much roots as possible.
• Have Wallace Laboratories perform soil testing and prepare the area as
recommended. After testing I may need to adjust the list of recommended species
for replacement, based on the results.
• I suggest that we consider the eventual replacement of all the redgums along Seal
Beach Boulevard as part of a long -tern gradual replacement.
• Continue safety pruning all remaining tees per NAA Class III pruning standards.
• Plant the smallest practical size allowable. This promotes a strong root system
well adapted to site conditions.
Please call me if you have any questions.
Respectfully submitted,
Grre Akppegate, ASCA
Registered Consulting Arborist #365
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MEMORANDUM
TO: RON BRADSHAW
FROM: GREG APPLEGATE, ASCA, ASLA
SUBJECT: MONITORING OF WINDROW TREES • BDIBY 011) RANCH TOWN CENTER
DATE: SEPTEMBER 29, 2000
This month's inspection was performed on Friday, September 29, 2000. The following
are my findings and recommendations from this inspection. Also you will find below my
responses to questions posed at our meeting with Lee Whitenberg on September 19,
2000.
I visually inspected the trees on the inside and outside of the fence. None were
Shigometer tested, but an evaluation was made of which were dead or so close to death
that they would not be alive on my next inspection.
Findings
The previously noted death and decline of the trees has continued. Last month thirty-
seven trees had died — the bark was separated from the trunks and all leaves had fallen or
were brown. Trees with cracking bark and brown leaves are as good as dead and should
be removed.
This month you asked that I list the tree tag numbers of all those that were dead or nearly
dead. Below is that list by tag number:
North of St.
Cloud — 43 dead or close to dead eucalypts
37
38 39 40 47 51 53
54
55
58
59
62
63 66 73 74 76 78
79
80
103
104
105
107 109 110 111 112 113
114
150
152
153
160
177 178 179 182 198 199
201
204
206
South of St.
Cloud — 17 dead or close to dead eucalypts
85
89 94 95 291 292 622
630
915
920
923
929
931 964 966 970 982
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At the September 19th meeting you asked that I contact Roger Cowan and get the total
count of eucalyptus shipped to date. So far he believes he shipped 670 five gallon trees,
661 fifteen gallon trees, 224 twenty-four inch box eucalyptus trees.
You also asked that I contact Michael Incledon's office and get the total number of trees
removed from the windrow. Michael Herrera reports that out of the original 223 in the
40 foot landscape easement, 68 have been removed thus far.
In addition you asked that I include a list of recommended species for replacement, as we
discussed a mix of eucalyptus resistant to lerps, eucalyptus relatives, and non related
species suited to this location. The species for this mix are listed below in
recommendations.
Discussion
Over just the last month the number of dead trees has increased from 37 to 60. As was
discussed in previous inspection memos, the redgums are experiencing a collapse of the
vascular system due to starvation. This starvation is caused by a long-term lack of
foliage, caused by the lerp psyllid infestation. The additional stresses caused by
construction, injuries and past topping, and loss of the golf course watering are causing
much greater death rates at the north end of the windrow than the south end. Twenty
eight percent of the total number of dead trees is below St. Cloud and seventy-two
percent north of St Cloud. I believe the north end had more initial stress and construction
impact, and therefore was not able to survive the lerp psyllid attack as long.
As I have mentioned before, spot removals leave the remaining trees with less protection
from the wind and with dying and eventually decaying root fusions. To keep a fairly
sound and stable planting it would be better to clear entire area rather than to intersperse
new trees among the old trees. I am not sure how many more trees may be lost before
conditions stabilize. Declining or dead trees are more likely to fall or drop limbs. We
can restore an attractive grove of trees if this area is cleared and properly prepared. At
first it may be a visual shock, but in a couple year's time and over the long term, the
effect will be superior health and appearance.
There are other species of trees that can give you the effect of a tall, stately row of trees
as a landmark down the boulevard. Any uniform row of one or two species, while
visually dramatic, is more vulnerable horticulturally, due to the risk of a pest or disease
outbreak. A well-chosen mix of species can display patterns of color, texture and size,
show off seasonal changes or remain vigorously green all year.
Several years ago, the introduction of a predator for the blue gum psyllid seemed to work
well. So far the introduction of the redgum lerp psyllid has not worked, but there are
other predators for this pest that may be released later. However, there are still about two
dozen other lerp psyllids and other pests of eucalyptus that have not yet entered the
United States. It seems to only be a matter of time until they do. For instance, there is
now a new lerp psyllid affecting lemon gums, Eucalyptus citriodora. I hope you did not
plant too many of them. The point is that new plantings should contain a diverse mix of
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species, but not necessarily a "hodge-podge". In addition, since these trees will be
planted along busy Seal Beach Boulevard, they should not be inclined to limb drop and
they should get a good root crown inspection at the nursery before they are planted.
Recommendations
• I recommend removal of the trees that are now clearly dead or close to death,
especially those outside the fence. If the City will permit additional removals, all
the trees north of St. Cloud should be removed.
• Remove and stockpile the mulch layer.
• Deep rip the entire area north of St. Cloud and remove as much roots as possible.
• I suggest that we consider the eventual replacement of all the redgums along Seal
Beach Boulevard as part of a long term gradual replacement.
IF Continue safety pruning all remaining trees per NAA Class III coarse pruning
standards.
• I recommend the following species for replacing the trees removed along Seal
Beach Boulevard:
Acacia melanoxylon
Acacia salicin
Angophora costata
Arbutus x "Marina'
Callistemon viminalis
Casuarina cunninghamians
Eucalyptus gomphocephala
Eucalyptus leucoxylon ssp. Petiolaris
Eucalyptus maculate
Eucalyptus occidentalis
Eucalyptus sideroxylon
Eucalyptus microtheca
Leums'Saratoga'
Ficus rubiginosa
Liquidamber styraciflua•
Ligustrum lucidum
Magnolia grandiflona'Russet'
Magnolia grandiflora
Melaleuca quinquenervia
Magnolia grandiflora'Samuel Sommer
Metrosideros excelsus
Pinus eldarica
Quercus Ilex
Tristania conferta
• Inspect root crowns at the nursery before delivery. Do not accept trees with signs
of circling roots.
• Plant the smallest practical size allowable. This promotes a strong root system well
adapted to site conditions.
• Do not plant a dense underplanting.
• Plant at least ten of the above species to get good diversity.
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Do not plant closer than ten feet to Seal Beach Boulevard.
Screen the mulch to remove dirt and fine particles less than 1/2 inch before
reapplying.
Please call me if you have any questions.
Respectfully submitted,
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MEMORANDUM
TO: RON BRADSHAW ,
FROM: GREG APPLEGATE, ASCA, ASLA
SUBJECT: MONITORING OF WINDROW TREES -BIXBY OLD RANCH TOWN CENTER
DATE: AUGUST 30, 2000
This month's inspection was performed on Tuesday, August 29, 2000. The following are
my findings and recommendations from this inspection. I visually inspected the trees on
the inside and outside of the fence. None were Shigometer tested, but soil cores were
taken from two areas near the opposite ends of the windrow.
Findings
The previously noted death and decline of the trees has continued. The number of trees
that have died or begun to decline rapidly is increasing. Thirty-seven trees have died —
the bark is separated from the trunks and all leaves have fallen or are brown. Trees with
cracking bark and brown leaves are as good as dead and should be removed.
Some grading has been done in the protection zone near trees #54 to #63. This amounts
to a layer of fill up to about ten inches deep. Along a large portion of this edge the soil
has been pushed over the mulch.
The density of foliage on most of the other trees has increased. The new growth remains
slightly less infested with new redgum lerp psyllids. The psyllid parasite should be on
site by now, but the numbers needed to clean up the infestation are apparently slow in
building up. No confirmation that the parasites are here and working was possible.
Discussion
As was discussed in previous inspection memos, we are experiencing a collapse of the
vascular system due to starvation. This starvation is caused by a long -tern lack of
foliage caused by the lerp psyllid. The additional stresses caused by construction,
injuries and past topping, and loss of the golf course watering are causing much greater
death rates at the north end of the windrow than the south end.
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As there was only a 50 percent chance that this wasp release would work, we should
discuss Berkeley's early monitoring results and the possibility of spraying or trunk
injection.
As a note of additional trouble, there is now a new lerp psyllid affecting lemon gums,
Eucalyptus citriodora. I hope you did not plant too many of them.
Recommendations
• I recommend removal of the trees that are now clearly dead, especially those
outside the fence. If the City will permit additional removals, there are some trees
that are so close to death, that they might as well be removed. Declining or dead
trees are more likely to fall or drop limbs.
• I suggest that we meet with the City to discuss a larger scale replacement in light
of the larger than expected death rate. They may be open to starting replacement
in the northern section, considering the high death rate in that area.
• Continue safety pruning all remaining trees per NAA Class III coarse pruning
standards.
Please call me if you have any questions.
Respectfully submitted,
Gre Applegate, ASCA
Registered Consulting Arborist #365
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TO: RON BRADSHAW
FROM: GREG APPLEGATE, ASCA, ASLA
SUBJECT: MONITORING OF WINDROW TREES - BIXBY OLD RANCH TOWN CENTER
DATE: JULY 27, 2000
This month's inspection was combined with a review of tree removal in the windrow.
Both events were on Thursday, July 27, 2000. The following are my findings and
recommendations from this inspection. I tested trees on the inside of the fence. About
fifty trees were Shigometer tested to compare drought stress over time and anticipate the
need for irrigation.
Findings
The previously noted decline in the health of the trees has continued. While the
hydration of this sample of trees was similar to previous tests in my records, a number of
trees have died or begun to decline rapidly. A number of trees have died — the bark is
separated from the trunks and all leaves are brown, including #53, 54, 58, 62, 63, and 66.
Bark is cracking and splitting on trees #55, 73, 76, 79, 83, 86, 87, 93, 95, 111, 112, 123,
144, 149, 153, 154, 166, 168 and 221. Trees with cracking bark and brown leaves will
probably die soon. About half of the trees with these symptoms from the last inspection
are now dead.
Some grading has been done in the protection zone near trees #54 to #63. This amounts
to a layer of fill up to about ten inches deep.
Growth has continued on most of the other trees, but it could collapse at any time. The
new growth is slightly less infested with new redgum letp psyllids. The psyllid parasite
should be on site by now, but the numbers needed to clean up the infestation are
apparently slow in building up. The parasites were expected to be released in late March
and were released on June 8'h instead.
Removals
I was given a plan produced by Incledon Kirk Engineers, showing the trees to be
removed and retained. You asked that I check it against the trees remaining in the
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windrow to verify correct removals. Trees # 936 was the only tree in the windrow that
was removed that should not have been. Two trees were left that showed removal, but
work was still in progress. An untagged tree that seems to be #213, and tree #235 were
still in place.
The work was going well and almost no collateral damage was done to remaining trees,
with the exception of tree #936 which was accidentally and severely injured by
equipment. Tree #977 is shown growing in the middle of the proposed sidewalk and a
number of trees are on the very edge of the sidewalk. Unless this is a decomposed
granite trail these trees will be damaged, with the exception of the portion previously
used as a haul road.
Analysis
In my opinion the above list of dead and dying trees are a result of starvation, or
carbohydrate depletion, mainly as a result of the lerps, but also old injuries and past
topping. As there was only a 50 percent chance that the wasp release would work, we
should discuss Berkeley's early monitoring results and the possibility of trunk injection.
Recommendations
• I recommend removal of the trees that are now clearly dead, at least #53, 54, 58,
62, 63, and 66. There are probably a few more outside the fence that are also
dead. If the City will permit additional removals, there are some trees that are so
close to death, that they might as well be removed.
• The Shigometer readings should be eliminated in favor of visual examination
alone. I will begin with next month's inspection unless I hear otherwise.
• Check the sidewalk plan for conflicts. Clearly, at least one more tree needs to be
removed than is shown.
• I recommend a decomposed granite trail over a concrete sidewalk for the health of
the trees, with the exception of the portion previously used as a haul road.
• Continue safety pruning all remaining trees per NAA Class III coarse pruning
standards.
Please call me if you have any questions.
Respectfully submitted,
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FUR Liebiliry
Insurance
FAX 562-493-1477
love Approximately (38) Dead Eucalyptus Trees Along Seal Beach Blvd.
windrow area) $435.00ea. $16,530.00
Unit Price Will Prevail
Green Waste Only
Includes Dump Fees
Grind Stumps to 18" Maximum Below Existing Grade
Excludes Root Chasing Beyond 8 Feet From Center of the Tree
Haul Stump Mulch to Existing Grade Only
Excludes Dust Control
Includes Set Up Of Traffic Control Each Day
Excludes Traffic Control Plan And Permit
TOTAL: $16,530.00
Estimated By: JOHN PAYTON Date: 9-12-00
Certified Arborist #WC -1563
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Tuesday, January 02, 2001
City of Seal Beach
2118" St,
Seal Beach, CA 90740
ATTN: City Clerk
Joann Yeo
GFC • TECHNICAL SERVICES
Expert Witness
® Timing Chart Review
® Field Site Investigation
6 Phase Diagram Analysis
Traffic Engineering Consulting
Subject! Release of Public Information
Intersection of Seal Beach Blvd. @ Golden Rain Dr.
Dear,City Clerk:
Joann Yeo
I am requpating the release of public information for the above intersection, please
provide a 4 24 x 36 blue print of the traffic signal plan and tuning charts, phase diagram
and coordination information.
I have boon informed that the city of Seal Beach is not a litigant in this case. This is to
resolve ✓S dispute against private parties.
Because of Seal Beach city hall closures for the holidays, an arbitration date set for next
Monday, ]&nary 81h, 2001. I would like to request a rush order and when available I will
pick up at pity hall and pay for any necessary charges.
Thank you for your assistance in this matter. For any questions or concerns I can be
paged at the following number: 714-351-4390.
Sincerely, "
Gerard Qlffles
Cc: Se4l Ofach PW Engineering
P. O. Box 5751, Huntington Beach, California, 92615-5751, (714)842-9592 • (714)351-4390
For immediate release
Council Member Larson appointed to League of Cities Committee
Seal Beach City Council Member John Larson has been appointed to the League of
California Cities Administrative Services Policy Committee.
The committee is concerned with administrative activities including election law and
administration, insurance, tort reform. The committee's scope of activities also includes
efficiency and internal organizational structure and administration, the Fair Political
Practices Act, Public Records and tobacco control.
Mr. Larson background in public law issues will be of great assistance to him in his
service on the committee. One phase of the program in the coming year will be to
examine the effect of technology on internal and external communication, including any
Brown Act issues, internet and e-mail policies, on-line city halls, public records act
issues, electronic signatures, and other issues as my arise.
David A. Flemming, President of the League of California Cities, made the appointment
on behalf of the Board of Directors and members of the League. The appointment is for a
period of one year.
League Committee Date 12/26/2000
� 01
January 1, 2001 1'X
Joanne Yo
City Clerk
CITY OF SEAL BEACH
City Hall - 211 Eighth Street
Seal Beach, California 90740
Re: Request to appear on City Counsel agenda
Dear Madam:
I would like to be put on the agenda for the fourth Monday in January,
2001, to be heard on the following issue:
"Does the City Counsel support or reject the interpretation of Section
C, paragraph 1, of City Ordinance 1128, L -C Zoning, made by staff and
confirmed by the City Attorney, which interpretation requires that an
applicant with a property exceeding 5,000 square feet, be required to
develop a minimum 4,500 square foot non-residential development on such
property to obtain a building permit.'
Six property owners on Seal Beach Boulevard between Landing and the
alley at Electric are all effected by this interpretation, since each
owns developable parcels exceeding 5,000 square feet. Supporting
letters from myself and the City Attorney will be furnished in a packet
for the Counsel. I plan to have an expert, and possibly an attorney
present, to address the counsel in addition to myself, to demonstrate
that this interpretation, along with related on-site parking
requirements and a non-commercial alley, might be considered an
unintended denial of property rights for those in the L -C zone.
Please acknowledge receipt of this request by written reply to my
address below.
Sincerely,
Walter F. Miller, Owner 229 Seal Beach Boulevard
231 Seal Beach Boulevard, Suite 3
Seal Beach, CA 90740-6596
Tel. 562-598-8455 FAX 562-430-0912
IM
December 17, 2001
Office of the Recorder
County of Orange
P. O. Box 238
Santa Ana, California 92702
Returned is the Encroachment Agreement/Non-Standard
Improvement for property located at 711 Ocean Avenue, Seal
Beach, Sean Collins, property owner.
This Agreement has been acknowledged by the City, as we do not
customarily do, and a recording fee in the amount of $18.00 is
also enclosed even though this agreement as well as other
similar agreements are to the benefit of the City for the
purpose of access to public facilities in the future.
Please record the enclosed Agreement and return same to my
office. Thank you.
very truly yours,
Joanne M. Yeo, City Clerk
City of Seal Beach
Encl.
THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH •
•
Vendor: COUNT CLERK/RECORDER Check Date: 1127/2001
Vendor No: C0005 Vendor Acct No: Check Amount: $18.00
Invoice Number Date Desenofio. invoice Amount
10063 11/26/2001 Recording of encroachment aggreement 18.00
THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH
211 8TH STREET
SIEAL BEACH, CA 90740-6379
(682)431.2527
Pay: *** Eighteen dollars and Zero cents
To the order of
COUNT CLERK/RECORDER
BANKOFAMERICA
SEAL BEACH BRANCH 0132
208 MAIN STREET
SEAL BEACH, CA %740
(582)888-1448
1868-1220
Date
11/27/2001
35518
35518
Amount
$ I8.00
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Regretfully your unrecorded /I 1 / rte-+ r �{� naming
together with your remittanceCk. No. 0
is being returned as your document is 6&eficient in the area(s) indicated below:
(1) The recorder can find no provision in the law authorizing the recording of the enclosed
document(s).
(2) Recording cannot be performed in this county. Please forward your document to
County Recorder.
(3) For proper indexing:
a. "Et al" is not acceptable; all parties must be named.
b. The name of the company, corporation or partnership must be at the signature
point.
c. The trustee of a trust must be identified as such.
d. The names in the caption, execution and notary acknowledgment must match.
e. The caption of the document and signature point need to identify who the
custodian/agent represents
(4) The Documentary Transfer Tax declaration must be completed to show either the amount of tax
due or an acceptable reason for exemption. (See enclosed bulletin.) If there is "No
consideration," document must so state.
(5) The city where the property is located or "unincorporated area," is required on the deed and the
tax declaration must Indicate how the tax was computed.
(6) The preliminary change of ownership report is required. Please complete or correct the areas
marked in red.
(7) The notary acknowledgment is incomplete (please see red mark) or is'on an outdated form. A
"General Acknowledgment" form is required. (See enclosed sample.)
(8) The notary seal is illegible. You may have the notary restamp the document clearly or you may
complete the enclosed certification under the penalty of perjury. Adding the "Penalty of Perjury"
statement will increase the fee by $ .
i
(9) Portion(s) of the document are illegible (please see red mark). You may execute and submit a
new original, or complete the enclosed certification under penalty of perjury. Adding the
CITY OF SEAL BEACH
DATE: ':ovenber 26. 2001 AMOUNT:$
COUNTY CLERK / RECORDER
REASON FOR EXPENDITURE:
�7T{� r � e • ;u a. rpt, r , � t
WHEN REQUIRED:
❑ NEXT WARRANT LIST
j IMMEDIATELY
ACCOUNT DISTRIBUTION:
ACCOUNT NUMBER
AMOUNT
001-000-20262
opHoMpox
18.00
TOTAL
$ 18.00
10063
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❑ WARRANT LIST ❑ HANDWRITTEN CHECK
Date: Date:
DEPARTMENT APPROVAL
J. Yeo
REQUESTED BY
DEPARTMENT HEAD APPROVAL
❑ PREPARE WARRANT AND FORWARD TO PAYEE
❑ PREPARE WARRANT AND FORWARD TO PAYEE WITH SUPPORT DOCUMENT
g PREPARE WARRANT AND RETURN TO DEPARTMENT
❑ THER:
White Original - Finance Department finery Copy - Department Has ( upon return Pink Copy - Department Onginal
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