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November 22, 2004 Page 4 the increased traffic, noise, light and headlights that will emanate trom the US Bank site, the Council should approve this CUP only on condition that: (1) more mature evergreens are planted in a density compatible with the neighborhood, or (2) a tasteful wall is added along 197th. Based on the comments of both staff and your group, USBank has proposed to plant 2.5" diameter maple trees along 1971h as well as increase the size of the evergreen species to an 8' tall product. I have included for your information comments from our landscape architect regarding the species and size of the trees. I think you will find their comments enlightening: Per Bryan HaJjes - Hoisington Koegler Group, Inc. Elk Ridge Center Landscape Architect 1. Tree size: The University of Minnesota has conducted various studies on the issue of caliper inch and growth rate and have found that smaller caliper installations (1" - 2") frequently surpass larger caliper inches (3"-5") by the typically the third growing season. Much of this is due to planting shock, trees of the larger size are at greater risk because their root structure is more established, where as smaller trees are still forming the root structure and are more easily to adapt to the newly installed site. 2. Tree type (Maples): The landscape plan calls for Autumn Blaze Maples. Essentially these trees are a hybrid species, taking the strength and hardiness, as well as the brilliant fall color of Sugar Maples with the rapid growth of Silver Maples. This tree has a deep root structure and is seedless. I feel based on the comments of the landscape architect we should leave the trunk diameter at no larger than 2.5". USBank has also agreed to space the trees along 1971h slightly closer, but they need to not be too close as to infringe on their ability to grow over the long term. USBank has offered that they will install up to 6 additional maple trees. In regards to a 'tasteful' wall, we feel any type of wall would not be appropriate with the addition of the extra trees.