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152 Washington Street
Salem, MA 01970
(508)744-9888 SALEM
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August 2, 2000
City of Salem
Planning Department
One Salem Green
Salem, MA 01970 .
Dear Planning Department,
This letter is to notify you of a problem we have with a Butternut Tree on our
property. Perhaps you read about the incident in the Salem News. Monday, a large tree
branch fell on two vehicles in our lot around 5:45 a.m We were not surprised. This
has happened twice before. No one fortunately was injured any of the times these
branches fell. Cars were damaged, but no bodily injury.
We realize how lucky we are that no was injured, but how many chances should
we take? We have had it pruned in the past and had it pruned today again. All the dead
branches were taken off and cut back to make our lot safer for our customers. The tree
surgeon stated the branches he cut off were dry and brittle. He was afraid to go too high
in case the branches snapped off. The tree surgeon also stated there were numerous
cavities in the tree. One large one at the base and a couple at the center of the tree.
We would like you to consider cutting the entire tree down, so there is no longer a
Safety issue. We are willing to work with you in this matter as soon as possible so no one
will be hurt. Thank you for your time and attention.
Sincerely yours,
Bob and Anthie Jac son
An independently owned and operated FRANCHISEE of the DUNKIN' DONUTS SYSTEM