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Home My WebLink AboutCorrespondence re tree removal S�U�RES MAP E PL4INNMN I553 9D,INC. PHONE#763-479-1890 U��' �. FAX#763-479-1890 E-MAIL: ro_ss a�structuresunlimitedonline.com WEB SITE: www structuresunlimitedonline.com March 6, 2012 Lyle Oman Building Official City of Orono, MN Re: 180 Big Island Lyle, I have done some ongoing construction and maintenance work for Mark&Suzanne Myers, the owners of 180 Big Island, over the last four years. Last summer they cailed me to repair their steps to the lake since a large tree had fallen and damaged a section of the steps halfway down the steep bank to the lake. Since the tree damage to the steps was substantial, we brought in a professional tree service to evaluate the other trees on the property for potential future damage from falling limbs and trees. At that point the large Maple tree hanging over the waterfront was determined to be a potential threat to the Myers property and safety. At the same time a Cedar Tree at the top of the bank was noted for the same concerns. The original tree service subcontractor(copy of his estimate attached), got too busy to do the job, and with the ice on the lake what it has been, I was getting worried about getting these trees removed before spring.When an opportunity to get the trees removed opened up last week I jumped on it. I had no idea that there would be any issue for these homeowners to contract to have a tree removed from their property that was threatening their property and personal safety. It was only after we were at the Isiand working that the issues surfaced about removing the trees. Once I became aware of the conflict with city policy, I called the city to let them know what the situation was, and that we were taking down trees that were a threat to the homeowne�'s property. I agreed to take pictures of those trees, to be used for documentation after the fact, and those pictures are enclosed with this letter. Also enclosed is a letter from the property owner, Suzanne Myers regarding this situation. I sincerely hope this is the end of this matter. Mark & Suzanne Myers are good stewards of their property on Big Island, and do their part to make and keep the Island a special place. Ross Langhans, Owner Structures Unlimited, Inc. � www.atructuresunlimitedonlinP.com Cell#612-384-4663 ee$��ent►s� senera� conhe�l�' STRUCTURES UNLIMITED, INC. rM uc..m�saw PAGE 1 OF 1 03/06/12 February 28, 2012 Lyle Oman City of Orono Re: 180 Big Island To Whom It May Concern: It was brought to my attention that an error was made and proper procedure was not followed when we had some tree work done on our property at the above address. This past summer, a tree on our bank near the lake broke and damaged part of our dock, as well as our stairs. We were grateful this occurred in the middle of the night and not during the day when our children are frequently on the dock. Serious injury or death would most likely have occurred. During the clean up of that incident, the tree trimmer noticed other limbs and a tree that should be removed for safety reasons, and we agreed to hire him to come out over the winter when the ice was frozen to complete the work. As long time homeowners in multiple cities, we have never, to our knowledge, needed a permit to remove a tree on our property. I am now educated and realize we should have sought a permit through the city to have this tree removed. If any work such as this occurs in the future,we will ensure to follow this procedure. I apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. If any future correspondence needs to occur regarding this matter, please contact me at the information provided below. Regards, Suzanne Myers 612-306-3725 11711 56th Street North Lake Elmo, MN 55042 2011-07-11 13:35 Emery's Tree 952-455-1848 » CTURES UNLiMITED P 2/3 EMERY'S TREE SEf2VICE, INC. PO BOX 1�6 DELANO, MN 55328 PHONE & FAX 952-955-1848 MOBILE 612,685-0�20 Es�rma r� July 7, Z011 Rpss Langhans Structures Unlimited, Inc. For: Mark&Sue M3r.ers_. 180 Big Island Orond, MN Qescriptipn: Remove maple tree over dock $925.04+tax Remove cedar tree $450.00�tax "`work would be done in the winter months PlEase let us know if you ha�e any questions—we look forw3�u��o v+ia��irr�wiih yuu. �� John Emery Sr. 15A Certified Arborist #MN-422$A February 24, 2012 Lyle Oman City of Orono Re: 180 Big Island To Whom It May Concern: It was brought to my attention that an error was made and proper procedure was not followed when we had some tree work done on our property at the above address. This past summer, a tree on our bank near the lake broke and damaged part of our dock, as well as our stairs. We were grateful this occurred in the middle of the night and not during the day when our children are frequently on the dock. Serious injury or death would most likely have occurred. During the clean up of that incident, the tree trimmer noticed other limbs and a tree that should be removed for safety reasons, and we agreed to hire him to come out over the winter when the ice was frozen to complete the work. As long time homeowners in multiple cities,we have never,to our knowledge, needed a permit to remove a tree on our property. I am now educated and realize we should have sought a permit through the city to have this tree removed. If any work such as this occurs in the future,we will ensure to follow this procedure. I apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. If any future correspondence needs to occur regarding this matter, please contact me at the information provided below. Regards, Suzanne Myers 612-306-3725 11711 56th Street North Lake Elmo, MN 55042