complaint·August 24, 2022

During visit on 06/29/2022, LPA Marrufo observed a tree near the ramp at the facility entrance that was leafless and had a branch that was hanging about 6 feet above the ground. LPA Marrufo did not observe breaks or dents in the branches. LPA Marrufo did not observe the branches to brittle, to pose any hazard, or to obstruct the walkway. 10 out of 10 interviewed residents stated to have not observed or experienced any hazardous trees or branches at the facility, including at the facility entrance. The Physical Inspection Summary Report does not contain any deficiencies or descriptions of hazards caused by trees or by untrimmed tree branches. The Work Order Log shows an entry on 04/15/2022 for “Stair way clean up and floor Grait clean up dirt applied to cement” under the category “Landscaping Lawn/shrubs/trees.” The log shows additional Landscaping entries for “Clean All Gutters” on 04/20/2022, and “Clean all storm drains in Lytton 2” on 05/20/2022 and 06/20/2022. LPA Marrufo did not observe any log entry pertaining to tree maintenance in the Work Order Log. LPA Marrufo attempted to conduct an interview with staff S2, the Director of Facilities, but LPA was unable to reach S2 for an interview. During visit on 07/28/2022, LPA Marrufo observed there to be a tree stump where the tree had previously been. LPA Marrufo interviewed Witness W1 who stated that the tree had been dead and was leaning at a 33 degree angle towards the walkway. W1 stated that the tree posed a safety hazard because it was leaning and the root ball had started being pulled out of the ground. Based on records review, interviews and observations there is preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violations did occur, therefore the allegation is substantiated. See 9099-D for deficiencies cited per the California Code of Regulations, Title 22. This report was reviewed with Anahi McKane and a copy of the report and appeal rights were provided. Page 2 of 2