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Page 36 1 discussed and ultimately what conclusions you reached 2 in connection with those site visits. 3 MR. FUTEY: Sure, on the September 30 4 meeting, the project team, we walked the site, we 5 discussed the nature of the improvements, and the 6 impact those improvements will have on the existing 7 trees and the adjustments that can be made, which Mr. 8 Blake had alluded to. The focus was on the large 9 trees close to the project entrance, but also 10 included trees along the fence line. Due to the 11 improvements will primarily have on the existing 12 tree's root systems, it was determined that the 13 current tree removal plan is the most responsible way 14 forward, regrading, trenching, and root coverage are 15 specifically are expected to negatively impact the 16 future viability of the trees, designated for removal 17 with a high risk of those trees becoming a safety 18 hazard both inside the station and into the public 19 right of ways. Proximity to the substation equipment 20 was also a primary concern. Of those, I would like 21 to highlight three of the largest trees on the site, 22 if I can share my screen. 23 MS. PORTER: Certainly. Is that okay, Mr. 24 Chairman? 25 CHAIRMAN NEUER: Please.