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Arborist Assessment <br />DRG will provide an International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist with Tree Risk Assessment <br />Qualifications to visit an estimated 62 trees in the median along Colby Ave.The arborist will apply Level 2 Tree <br />Risk Assessment methodology to assess the current condition,health,and structure of identified trees.By <br />engaging DRG and our dedicated team of arboricultural specialists,you are assured of a quality arborist report <br />and professional recommendations to guide tree care.The data collection will include: <br />●Evaluate the site conditions that may impact the tree. <br />●Assess and evaluate each tree’s overall health &species profile. <br />●Review the load factors that may impact the tree. <br />●Identify tree defects and conditions affecting the likelihood of failure. <br />●Categorize the risks. <br />●Provide tree-specific recommendations for any risk mitigation. <br />●Photograph documentation of specific defects or conditions influencing the risk. <br />Using a pen tablet computer,the arborist will record the above data in our Geographic Information System <br />(GIS).The tree condition assessment will be provided in your preferred data format (options include Google <br />kmz,excel,or other GIS formats)for delivery into the City’s TreeKeeper system.The data and observations will <br />also be used to prepare a summary arborist report and map to guide the maintenance and care of the trees. <br />The report will recommend maintenance that may include healthcare treatments,pruning,and removals. <br />Arborist Report <br />Upon completion of the fieldwork,tree information will be consolidated into an arborist report that <br />summarizes tree information collected along with a discussion of any laboratory analysis recommendations. <br />It will include photos as necessary to communicate and document any concerns.The report will also detail <br />the recommended maintenance activities and priorities.Also,since the City of Everett has concerns about the <br />impact of the trees on air quality for the surrounding neighborhood,DRG will provide additional research and <br />discussion of this issue within the report. <br />Additional Laboratory Testing <br />If requested by the City,Davey Resource Group can coordinate laboratory testing of plant materials for disease <br />or fungus identification.This process would include technical assistance from Washington State University <br />and is dependent on the number of trees that may require analysis.DRG recommends this service be <br />considered aer the initial assessment has been conducted and the breadth of disease or fungal concerns is <br />determined. <br />Experience and Expertise <br />Davey Resource Group is the arboricultural and horticultural consulting subsidiary of The Davey Tree Expert <br />Company.We have provided tree inventory,risk assessment,and urban forestry consultations to the City of <br />Everett.As a trusted partner for the City’s urban forestry program,we are available to accurately and <br />sustainably assist with managing your critical green infrastructure. <br />Sincerely, <br />Ian Scott -Area Manager <br />Board Certified Master Arborist #PN5408-BUM <br />ASCA RCA #698,www.daveyresourcegroup.com <br />Colby Ave Trees <br />DRG Proposal <br />2 of 5