The undersigned individuals are requesting that the City of Shreveport deny the removal of: One (1) , DB H 76” 200 year old Catalpa tree on the southern side of property and to require the most protective method be used to protect all the trees on Leon Street. 

OPPOSE the proposed design of the sewer lines through her private property submitted. This plan, as proposed and designed, will severely impact the tree canopy and roots of several wonderful, mature trees on the side of the property. 

The proposed plan will severely impact the canopy and the roots, and must be redesigned to provide more space around the trees and lessen the negative impact on all remaining trees. 

These trees possess substantial historical, aesthetic and environmental value, and are of great importance to the neighborhood and should be protected at all costs. 

In addition, I/We OPPOSE the removal of one (1) DBH 76” 200 year old Catalpa tree which is a Native species to Louisiana on the Southern side of the property. This project should be redesigned to build around this tree. 

We respectfully request that the Board grant the appeal, deny the Intended Decision, and require a redesign of the project around the trees using the most protective method for all the trees. 

Thank you.