I. Tree Removal & Disposal: Approximately 199 ash trees identified as hazards near public use areas. Many of the trees are located in wooded areas adjacent to pathways or other public spaces. All logs and branches should be disposed of by the contractor in accordance with city and county ordinances. Stump grinding to 6” below grade is required for trees in turf areas. Stump grinding should be included in pricing for accessible trees. II. Tree Planting: Planting approximately 200 climate-adapted trees in identified census block groups (extreme heat and high community vulnerability areas). The following species/quantities are estimated for replanting o 1 inch caliper bare root or potted conifer trees o Approved species: Allegheny Serviceberry, American Basswood, American Elm, Bitternut Hickory, Bur Oak, Downy Serviceberry, Hackberry, Honeylocust, Ironwood, Kentucky Coffeetree, River Birch, Shagbark Hickory, Swamp White Oak, White Oak, White Pine o Includes site prep, following planting best practices, staking, bark protection, and watering for the warrantee period III. Notification: Contractor must provide notification to homeowners adjacent to right of way trees a minimum of 25 days prior to planting and be able to process “opt outs.” Approximately 67 of the proposed 200 trees will be planted in rights of way. IV. Maintenance/Warranty: Contractor responsible for watering and maintaining planted trees for one year. Dead trees must be replaced during warranty. V. Planning and Authorization: Contractor must provide a monthly planting and removal plan and have signed approval prior to undertaking the work VI. Reporting: Contractor must provide species, locations, and counts of trees removed/planted with invoices, in a format acceptable for grant reimbursement. VII. Volunteer/Community outreach: Use of volunteers for program implementation (Planting) and community engagement.
