[CANUFNET] Looking for some help

[Michael Richardson]

Looks to me like you need to hire a consultant.

One thing for free is that "weeds" such as Siberian Elm are muck more
likely to do well than native species.

Michael


> The Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville is looking to redevelop it's down town
> core. A half kilometer of small commercial shops in a tight busy roadway.
> It is the main east west access for the busiest and most populated are of
> the municipality. We are looking for ways to incorporate trees in the
> redevelopment. The sidewalk is 3 to 4 meters wide with a 4 lane roadway.
> The outer 2 lanes are used for parking. 
> There are issues with primary hydro lines on the south side.
> There are issues with signage. Owners do not want signs covered.
> Salt issues in the winter and snow clearing of the sidewalks.
> We have Provincial bussing using double decker busses. This does not allow
> for trees to overhang the road unless they are over 5 meters from grade.
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> I am looking for examples of other municipities that have similarities in
> this type of development. 
> What was done to give the trees adequate soil and habitat to survive?
> What types of trees where used?
> What issues did they have?
> What surfaces were used around the trees?
> Thank you all for your attention to this.I am looking for examples that
> can be shown to the BIA group, Town Council, Staff.
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