Tree and rose trimmings have brought the gardens much closer to their proper appearance. Sixteen full-sized trees were brought under control, opening up the original scenic vistas and allowing sunshine to reach areas where ground cover would not survive. This activity has also cleared much of the overgrowth to avoid potential hillside fire hazards. The Garden Committee, led by board member Anne Epstein, has patiently trimmed back the antique rose bushes to their proper size and shape. Their work will continue throughout the year on other parts of the garden, as the article on the committee's activities outlines.
Volunteers are always welcome.
Plumbing repairs have been made throughout the property to stop leaks and conserve water. She donated funds to have the repairs and repainting done. The exterior stucco cracks, scattered all around the house, and the improper patches done during the 1960s, 70s, and 80s, have been repaired or redone. Two larger drainage leaks revealed that the interior drainpipes had completely corroded away and water merely leaked from the roof into the stucco columns. The drains and the required wall incisions will be completed as more funds become available.