Who will supervise the slab’s construction to ensure the trees’ roots are protected?
A. Protecting the roots of the site’s majestic oaks is a priority. The project manager from the Naperville Park District, after collaborating with a root scientist from The Morton Arboretum, will supervise construction as slab earthwork begins. Q. Will trees be removed as part of the renovation? A. Trees at Seager Park were evaluated as part of the overall design process. The park’s renovation plan is designed to spotlight its mature and healthy trees. Ten of the park’s trees, located in the renovation areas, are small enough for transplant to another location within the park. Thirteen trees – all diagnosed in poor health or not structurally sound – will be removed. There also will be removal of brush in park areas designed for the trail and backstop. Plantings in these locations were evaluated as part of the design process to make sure no desirable species would be disturbed. Q. Why not construct the building on piers instead of a slab? A. Piers were considered initially for this proj
