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PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORT
REQUEST: Information Item — Palm Trees in Oasis Circle at Desert Willow
SUBMITTED BY: Joseph S. Gaugush, Director of Public Works/City Engineer
DATE: June 13, 2002
CONTENTS: Photos (3)
Executive Summary:
At the December 13, 2001, City Council Meeting, the aesthetics of the complete skirts
on the palm trees in the Oasis Circle at Desert Willow was discussed. At that time a
majority of the Palms had complete skirts (bottom of crown to soil surface). The oasis
landscape was designed around a natural palm oasis theme. As a result, the existing
palms were brought in. The decision was made by Council to wait until June 2002 to
reevaluate the aesthetics of the palms. Attached are current photos of the palms.
At this time all of the palms appear to be establishing new growth. Staff expects that
during this growing season the palms will continue to fill out their heads with fronds,
thus completing the aesthetic look of a natural palm oasis.
Over the past six months, staff has received complaints regarding the unkempt
appearance of the completely skirted palms. Also, there is a potential for increased
rodent, bird and insect activity, as a result of the additional nesting areas created by the
skirt.
An alternative pruning style that will create a cleaner more kept look but also lend a
natural look is to "beard" the palms (see attachment photos). Bearding removes the
lower portion of the skirt leaving a cluster of old fronds below the crown of the palm.
Staff Report
Oasis Circle at Desert Willow
June 13, 2002
Page 2
Submitted B :
H. Sp c r night Jo eph S. Gaugus , P.E.
La ds pe anager 'rector of Public Works/City Engineer
Approval:
A M for De opment Services City Manager
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* By Minute Motion, approved keeping CITY COUNCIIyltACTION:
the natural look of the entry circle, APPROVED ��// DENIED
while tending to specific components RECEIVED OTHER
of the site, with special attention
being given over the summer to provide MEETING DATE -l3-0;1 f`,'
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