25019_RE_ [External] Linden Mill Slope tree removal_Email Response 20221114

From:Alvalle, Miguel A
To:Minnich, Carolyn; Todd Elliott
Cc:Mark Miller
Subject:RE: [External] Linden Mill Slope tree removal
Date:Monday, November 14, 2022 11:07:41 AM
Todd,

Here is some of the items I have included in various correspondence related to working in the
area:

A NC Accredited Asbestos Supervisor should be available to review each task and ensure the
task is completed safely according to asbestos best practices to minimize the disturbance
and/or exposure of asbestos.
Personnel air monitoring is recommended during the task. Air samples can be analyzed using
NIOSH Method 7400, a Federally approved method for airborne fibers of any type (wood,
asbestos, other).
NCDEQ, and NCDHHS will require precautions for any disturbance to asbestos-containing
material during all phases of work at the property. This task should be completed with no
disturbances of asbestos containing materials.
There should be no removal or digging into any soil or gravel located on the property. There
should be no removal of asphalt or concrete surface cover.
The location of all utilities is the responsibility of the contractor.
The contractor will be responsible for locating and protecting all subsurface infrastructure and
utilities, obtaining any permits or registrations and pay for any fees.
NCDEQ DWM staff Migue Alvalle (919-814-6401) Carolyn Minnich (704-66-0330) should be
notified 2 business day ahead of commencing any fieldwork at the property. NCDEQ DWM
staff should be updated on any change in the scheduled.
NCDEQ DWM will act as the community liaison between the work to be completed and the
community. NCDEQ DWM staff or property manager should be updated on the activities and
progress. Any inquiries or concerns from residents should immediately be forward to NCDEQ
DWM staff or property manager to directly respond.
Contractor should have large enough perimeter safety zone around the work area and always
maintain good zone control. Dust suppression measures shall be used before and during each
task and available to be scaled as needed during the work.
NCDEQ DWM should be contacted immediately if any chances of scope are necessary where
additional asbestos protective measures are needed. NCDHHS Jeff Dellinger (Office: ( 919)
707-5972 ) is also available for consultation as needed during the task.
Any clean-up should use a broom or use a water hose to clear sidewalks and driveways
instead of a leaf blower.
Ruts or tearing up ground from wheels need to be immediately repaired with clean topsoil,
seed and matting to limit exposure or erosion.

Regards,

Miguel

Miguel Alvalle, P.G.
Division of Waste Management – Superfund Section
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
Mooresville Regional Office
610 East Center Avenue, Suite 301, Mooresville, NC 28115
Phone Office: 704-663-1699 Phone Cell: 919-614-8401 Fax: 704-663-
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From: Minnich, Carolyn <[e-mail]>
Sent: Thursday, November 10, 2022 7:38 AM
To: Todd Elliott <[e-mail]>; Alvalle, Miguel A <[e-mail]>
Cc: Mark Miller <[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: [External] Linden Mill Slope tree removal

Todd,
Thanks for the heads up and ability to review the scope of work. Based on what you have outlined
below, they will not be removing the root ball or tree below ground. The main issue would be heavy
truck making ruts or tearing up ground from wheels.
Miguel, you have been working with local utility companies for digging, do you have verbiage or
details we should give to them? I am out this morning for dental work, root canal.

Sincerely,
CFM

From: Todd Elliott <[e-mail]>
Sent: Thursday, November 10, 2022 7:12 AM
To: Minnich, Carolyn <[e-mail]>; Alvalle, Miguel A
<[e-mail]>
Cc: Mark Miller <[e-mail]>
Subject: [External] Linden Mill Slope tree removal

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Carolyn and Miguel,

Linden Mill was contacted yesterday by Asplundh Tree Experts. They are seeking
permission to remove a dead sycamore tree on the slope on behalf of Duke Energy. The tree
has potential to damage the power lines. To remove the tree a bucket truck would need to
be located on the grass close to the slope. Other heavy equipment would either be located
on the grass or at the bottom of the slope on the road. They would cut the trunk as close to
the slope as possible, just leaving the stump in the ground. All other wood,debris would be
removed from the area. Asplundh would like to perform the removal in the coming days.
Picture of the tree in question is attached.

Do you have any requirements, safety measures or suggestions for Linden Mill to move
forward with this matter? Once we receive your approval Linden Mill will sign the
permission slip allowing Asplundh to perform the work.

As always thank you for your continued help.

Sincerely,
Todd
704.896.7300