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place? Is the box already damaged to the point that would necessitate rebuilding/relocating <br />it? <br />2) What is the cost to the city for contractor removal versus the cost relocating the utility <br />box? Is the cost of relocating the utility box more than the cost to remove such a large and <br />healthy tree? What value do you assign to the tree itself, as it is irreplaceable in the near - <br />term? <br />3) If the cost of relocating the utility box is in fact greater than the cost of removal, would the <br />city consider allowing us and our neighbors to fund the difference in order to keep the tree? <br />Despite having to rake its considerable drop of leaves this time of year, my family and I truly love <br />having this magnificent tree as our neighbor. From its summer shade to the rustling sounds of <br />Fall leaves, the wildlife it attracts, and the privacy it provides, we can't imagine not enjoying this <br />tree for years to come. As our neighbor, I respectfully ask that the City give full consideration to <br />all available options and their associated costs/values. If there is an economic benefit to the City <br />behind removal then please consider allowing your resident neighbors to financially "adopt" this <br />tree, so it can be saved for the enjoyment of all. <br />On a personal note, I fully recognize that often trees do need to be removed. Growing up in <br />Pennsylvania my family heated our home with a wood burning furnace and managed a large <br />wood lot. I've personally cut down dozens of trees that were diseased, of poor resource value, <br />or being crowded. I've also planted thousands of trees in my lifetime. At a time when the city is <br />poised to lose hundreds of Ash trees to the emerald ash borer and Ips beetles are threatening <br />our spruce trees (both species of tree are also present behind our house and in danger of being <br />lost), I question the need and priority of removing such a large, prominent, and healthy tree if <br />there is any viable alternative, which from my perspective, there does appear to be, especially if <br />the City is willing to work with the residents most directly impacted. <br />I thank you in advance for your time and consideration. <br />Sincerely, <br />Justin Solomon <br />477 Lincoln Ct <br />