Southwest Justice Center Tree Removal and Replacement
Summary
SCH Number
2026080521
Public Agency
Judicial Council of California
Document Title
Southwest Justice Center Tree Removal and Replacement
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
8/17/2026
Document Description
Remove and stump grind (2) California Sycamore trees (protected species) and (1) Banana tree and prune/trim (21) Sycamore trees, (38) Golden Medallion, and (5) Crape Myrtle trees. The Sycamore and Banana trees have developed a fungus and are leaning, creating a safety hazard. Tree trimming activities require the use of a lift.
Contact Information
Name
Janell Ramirez
Agency Name
Judicial Council of California
Job Title
Senior Analyst
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Cities
Murrieta
Counties
Riverside
Regions
Southern California
Zip
92563
Other Location Info
30755-D Auld Road
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Emergency Project
Type, Section or Code
Sec. 21080(b)(4); 15269(b)(c)
Reasons for Exemption
In its current state, the Southwest Justice Center site poses a risk to public health, safety, and welfare. The rotten trees are hazardous to human health and are at risk of falling. Replacing constitutes a
necessary action to mitigate an emergency and prevent further risk of harm to public health and safety.
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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