2026 Ash Tree and Stump Removal ( South Washington St )

2026-11-03

1 . 1 This project will consist of removing 20 street trees in the ROW as part of an EAB Mitigation Grant the City was awarded . These removals are also part of the City ’ s Emerald Ash Borer Preparedness Plan . All 20 trees being removed are Ash . No work will be permitted on Saturday and Sunday , unless specifically requested or approved by the City Forester . 1 . 2 The Contractor shall furnish equipment , tools , materials , and labor for this project . It may also include other city owned properties and private property trees . Methods and manner used in removal and cleanup shall be subject to the approval of the City Forester . 1 . 3 The Contractor shall make every attempt to protect all public and private property adjacent to the work site and along all hauling routes . Any damage to public or private property shall be the sole responsibility of the contractor and shall be repaired to the satisfaction of the owner of the property involved . SPECIFICATIONS 3 . 1 Stumps , including all roots > 3 ” diameter as well as exposed flare roots , shall be ground to a minimum depth of 16 inches ; backfilled with a quality screened topsoil to approximately 6 inches above grade at center of stump hole to allow for settling . 3 . 2 Grindings shall be swept off sidewalk and driveway areas immediately . Any location where grindings have been left longer than five ( 5 ) working days will result in non - payment for that location .

North Dakota

2026-04-08