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Commissioner Rollins suggested that , following review of the record , Mrs . Sewell should be so informed . The Open Space Committee will be comprised of Commissioners Pound , Aldrich , and Wilson . Commissioner Weintraub was appointed by the Chairman to fill the vacancy created when Mr . Wilson moved from the city . Commissioner Aldrich will act as chairman . Chairman Knecht opened discussion as to the election of officers of the Commission . It was decided to hold the election at the close of the agenda . AGENDA ITEM 1 . Appeal of Mr . Frank F . Giannini , re : removal of Oak tree from his property Mr . Weeks reported that Mr . Giannini had requested permission from the Park Superintendent to remove a large oak tree in his yard . This oak tree was of sufficient size that it fell under the jurisdiction of the Tree Preservation Ordinance and would , therefore , qualify as a heritage tree . It was reported that Mr . Balzarini inspected the tree and under the terms and conditions of the Tree Preservation Ordinance , was unable to grant permission to Mr . Giannini to remove the tree . Mr . Giannini requested permission to appeal to the Park and Recreation Commission and he was requested to appear at the Commission ' s meeting of June 9 , 1976 . Mr . Giannini indicated that when Mr . Balzarini inspected the tree , he recommended that the large oak tree be trimmed and cabled but not removed . It was Mr . Giannini ' s opinion that trimming the tree might kill it and in that he is going to develop the property , he felt the tree should be removed . Mr . Balzarini indicated that with proper trim- ming the tree could be preserved and that it did not appear to be in any state of decline or dangerous condition . The tree was leaning somewhat , however , it was felt that this was a natural growth of the tree and did not at present constitute any hazard . It was pointed out that the tree is approximately 275 years old and if properly cared for would last for many years . Mr . Giannini asked whether the City might wish to assume responsibility for the tree and it was pointed out to him and to the Commission that the Tree Preservation Ordinance holds the owner responsible and , therefore , the City would not accept responsibility for the tree . Commissioner Rollins said , from his observation , it is a beautiful tree which would enhance any building which might be erected at the site . Commissioner Aldrich said she had seen the tree and concurs with the position expressed by the staff . It was pointed out that the staff offered to assist Mr . Giannini in advising the proper method of trim- ming and protecting the tree . -2 -