Fw: LOOK

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From: Joseph A. Harrington <jaharrington@topeka.org>
Sent: Thursday, July 9, 2026 1:46 PM
To: Henry McClure <mcre13@gmail.com>; wible.pd@gmail.com <wible.pd@gmail.com>
Subject: FW: LOOK

 

 

 

From: Jason Tryon <jtryon@topeka.org>
Sent: Thursday, July 9, 2026 1:45 PM
To: Joseph A. Harrington <jaharrington@topeka.org>; Mark Schreiner <MSchreiner@Topeka.org>
Subject: RE: LOOK

 

A full landscape design plan with drawings from a landscape architect or civil engineer noting locations, species type, spacing from ROW infrastructure, back of curb and sight triangle distance from intersections will be required before any alternate proposal will be considered.

 

This applicant has used up all of their informal requests.  They were told to comply with standard ROW design or to submit a xeriscaping proposal for review.  If they have a design plan with full drawings they may submit that, otherwise they need to conform to existing ROW standards as specified in the existing design criteria.

 

From: Joseph A. Harrington <jaharrington@topeka.org>
Sent: Thursday, July 9, 2026 1:32 PM
To: Jason Tryon <jtryon@topeka.org>; Mark Schreiner <MSchreiner@Topeka.org>
Subject: FW: LOOK

 

 

 

From: Henry McClure <mcre13@gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, July 9, 2026 11:18 AM
To: Joseph A. Harrington <jaharrington@topeka.org>; Tyler Wible <wible.pd@gmail.com>
Cc: Brandon Cain <CainsConstructionKS@outlook.com>
Subject: Re: LOOK

 

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Joe  - please have Jason approve 

 

Spacing Recommendations

For a linear 400-foot ROW:

• Every 8–15 feet (center to center) for most 3–6 ft mature shrubs. This creates rhythm and visual breaks in the rock without overcrowding or blocking traffic/sight lines.

• Closer spacing (6–10 ft) for a denser, more filled look over time (they'll spread modestly).
• Wider (12–20 ft) for a sparser, modern/desert-inspired aesthetic with more rock visible.

• Stagger in two informal rows (if width allows) for natural flow — e.g., offset plants on either side of the strip.
• Total plants: Roughly 25–50 shrubs depending on exact spacing and strip width (e.g., 10–12 ft centers for ~30–40 plants). Start conservatively and let them fill in.

Key ROW Considerations:

• Keep mature height/width low enough not to impede traffic, pedestrians, or visibility (generally under 3–4 ft in critical sight zones; check city standards for clear zones).
• Plant slightly back from edges if possible.
• Amend planting pockets with native soil/compost for better establishment, then surround with river rock.

 

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From: Joseph A. Harrington <jaharrington@topeka.org>
Sent: Thursday, July 9, 2026 8:56 AM
To: Tyler Wible <wible.pd@gmail.com>
Cc: Henry McClure <mcre13@gmail.com>; Brandon Cain <CainsConstructionKS@outlook.com>
Subject: RE: LOOK

 

We said we would consider a xeriscaping proposal which is what he asked for that would be environmentally friendly and reduce long term maintenance.  In order to be considered a xeriscaping proposal which is what he suggested, the aggregate would have to be decorative and be combined with a landscaping plan that included decorative elements like decorative grasses, plants, other ground cover or shrubs that would not impede traffic.

 

We will not accept a proposal that is simply placing aggregate in the ROW to avoid the cost of restoring the area to a proper condition.  If the applicants only concern is the lowest cost option, seed is recommended.

 

 

That’s the answer I received.

 

From: Tyler Wible <wible.pd@gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, July 9, 2026 7:48 AM
To: Joseph A. Harrington <jaharrington@topeka.org>
Cc: Henry McClure <mcre13@gmail.com>; Brandon Cain <CainsConstructionKS@outlook.com>
Subject: Re: LOOK

 

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Is there a rock that was allowed on another site that you can just point us to?

 

Lot of back and forth on decorative rock that looks like rock. If its just "no" we need a little more insight as to why... 

 

I'm having trouble finding a solution 

 

"Quality of a man's life is in direct proportion to his commitment to excellence regardless of his field of endeavor." - Vince Lombardi

 

Wible Property Development LLC

Tyler Wible - Owner
520 SE 5th St. Topeka, KS 66607
(785) 430-0697

 

On Thu, Jul 9, 2026, 07:43 Joseph A. Harrington <jaharrington@topeka.org> wrote:

That’s what I was told.

 

From: Tyler Wible <wible.pd@gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, July 9, 2026 7:43 AM
To: Joseph A. Harrington <jaharrington@topeka.org>
Cc: Henry McClure <mcre13@gmail.com>; Brandon Cain <CainsConstructionKS@outlook.com>
Subject: Re: LOOK

 

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No to all options?

 

"Quality of a man's life is in direct proportion to his commitment to excellence regardless of his field of endeavor." - Vince Lombardi

 

Wible Property Development LLC

Tyler Wible - Owner
520 SE 5th St. Topeka, KS 66607
(785) 430-0697

 

On Thu, Jul 9, 2026, 07:22 Joseph A. Harrington <jaharrington@topeka.org> wrote:

I was told no.

 

From: Henry McClure <mcre13@gmail.com>
Sent: Wednesday, July 8, 2026 8:14 PM
To: Joseph A. Harrington <jaharrington@topeka.org>; wible.pd@gmail.com; Brandon Cain <CainsConstructionKS@outlook.com>
Subject: LOOK

 

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I like the big ones

 

 

 

 

Henry McClure 

Time Kills Deals 

785.383.9994

 

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