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B. Dead or alive, the trees host wildlife <br />C. Add interest to the landscape, viewed as a landmark and add character to the <br />landscape <br />Some pros for alternative # 2 <br />A. Addresses a safety concern and allows the trees to remain <br />B. Continues to pay homage to a piece of Louisville's past and continues to serve <br />as a host for wildlife <br />C. Defers the decision to remove the two native cottonwood trees <br />Some cons for alternative # 2 <br />A. Additional cost and monitoring by the City as the trees continue to decline <br />B. Mitigates but does not eliminate the safety and liability concerns <br />C. This alternative could set a precedent to implement similar action to save other <br />cottonwood trees that are also in decline <br />RECOMMENDATION: As stated above, staff recommends removal of the trees to <br />address public safety concerns. Staff would appreciate the Parks and Public <br />Landscape Board's perspective on the recommendation and alternatives. <br />ATTACHMENT: <br />1) Pictures of the two trees <br />2) October 20, 2017 Memo/Background <br />