Trees Forever secures $50,000 grant; staff proposes right-of-way tree requirement for new development Trees Forever updated council on recent plantings and a new $50,000 Urban Forestry Development Grant; city staff proposed drafting an amendment requiring right-of-way trees in new development, with costs collected at permit time and installation/first-year maintenance by city staff.

Marion is set to flourish with 250 new trees thanks to a $50,000 grant and a groundbreaking neighborhood tree-captain program!

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Homer Glen committee debates tree-ordinance restitution rates, caps and enforcement The Homer Glen Environment Committee reviewed a redraft of a tree ordinance that would set restitution at $150 per caliper inch (or an alternative replacement ratio), discussed whether to cap per‑acre penalties, and weighed enforcement options for unpermitted removals and stump evidence.

The Homer Glen committee is grappling with a new tree ordinance that could impose hefty restitution fees for illegal removals—are they going too far or just protecting our green spaces?

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#HomerGlenWillCounty #IL #CitizenPortal #EnvironmentalPolicy #CivicEngagement #UrbanForestry

Our amazing Green Crew planted replacement trees last week! 🌳💚🌳

Green Crew is a workforce development program supported by @sfpublicworks.bsky.social that provides paid urban forestry jobs for young adults.

#sanfranciso #urbanforestry #urbanforests

Urban forestry is climate infrastructure hiding in plain sight - The Salata Institute Contributors to the Boston and Cambridge urban forest plans explain how heat and historic disinvestment are guiding where canopy goes next.

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Urban forestry is climate infrastructure hiding in plain sight

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Trees There was a discussion about trees on another forum that raised the question of liability. Specifically, the questioner was asking what, if any state “code” regulates trees that straddle the...

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Council adds zoo to city response on eucalyptus pest, asks departments to report back Councilmember Kausk successfully moved to amend a motion to include the zoo and asked Street Services, Recreation & Parks and other city departments to work with state agencies on environmentally safe responses to an insect killing eucalyptus trees; the amendment carried by recorded vote (15 ayes).

Los Angeles City Council takes action against an invasive pest threatening eucalyptus trees by involving the zoo and seeking eco-friendly solutions!

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Council adopts urban-forestry advance, approves rezoning and sends other items back for drafting Council suspended three readings and advanced funds to the urban forestry grant (Resolution 20-26-009), adopted a rezoning on Baltimore Somerset Road after a third reading, tabled Ordinance 20-26-005 and directed the solicitor to draft repeal language for the impervious-surface rule (20-21-24); pool-rate adoption was deferred to allow manager revisions.

Baltimore Village Council made significant strides this month, advancing urban forestry funding, adopting new zoning regulations, and navigating complex discussions on local ordinances.

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A photo of a person watering a tree. We’re Hiring! Watering Crew Technician. Water young street trees to help them grow and thrive! www.friendsoftheurbanforest.org/careers #loveyourjob

We're hiring a Watering Crew Technician! The Watering Crew Technician is responsible for watering trees the day they are planted and 1 x week for the first 3 years. This is a 100% field-based role performed in two-person teams.

🌳 Apply today!
www.friendsoftheurbanforest.org/careers
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Great energy from our #ForUsTree partners at Harris County Flood Control's Tree Planting Competition in Tomball 🌱

Teams planted hundreds of trees, boosting flood resilience & healthier communities.

Learn more: forustreehtx.org

#UrbanForestry #FloodResilience #NatureBasedSolutions #HARC

Three people stand by a street tree in the process of being planted.

We’re planting trees in the OMI (Oceanview, Merced Heights, Ingleside) April 11th. 🌳 Come plant with us!

💚 Help us green San Francisco and expand our tree canopy.

🌿 Sign up to volunteer 🌿
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🌳💧 How do urban trees cope with drought?
This JFR study links xylem anatomy to hydraulic strategies, revealing distinct efficiency–safety trade-offs in ring-porous and diffuse-porous species.
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#JFR #UrbanForestry #TreePhysiology #forestryresearch 🌐🍃

Graphic of Friends of the Urban Forest’s tree planting process. Let’s plant some trees. 1. Site Selection. 2. Outreach, 3. Utilities Check, 4. Site Prep, 5. Species Selection, 6. Planting Day!, 7. Watering and Tree Care (ongoing).

Ever wondered what goes into a street tree planting? Here's our process ⬇️

🌳 Site Selection
🌳 Outreach
🌳 Utilities Check
🌳 Site Prep
🌳 Species Selection
🌳 Planting Day!
🌳 Watering and Tree Care (ongoing)

#sanfrancisco #urbanforestry

Joint Sustainability Commission adopts FY2026 budget recommendations, calls for procurement alignment and targeted program changes The commission reviewed and amended a package of budget recommendations—covering procurement alignment for low‑carbon concrete, solar funding, EV charging, waste‑diversion education, sidewalks and program reprioritization—and adopted the recommendations by voice vote.

The Joint Sustainability Commission has just approved a groundbreaking FY2026 budget that prioritizes climate initiatives and innovative waste-reduction strategies!

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#AustinTravisCounty #TX #CitizenPortal #ClimateResilience #AustinSustainability #UrbanForestry #WasteReduction

Providence Park Planting Hope, One Tree at a Time In Mabelvale Saturday, the future wasn’t built with blueprints or speeches, it was planted by hand.At Providence Park, the sound of shovels hitting the dirt and

#TreeEquity #RootedInCommunity #UrbanForestry #catalystfund @americanforests.bsky.social 100 fruit trees are planted by interns and volunteers at Providence Park on International Day of Forests.

Interns and volunteers planted 100 fruit trees today in an edible orchard area at Providence Park. 45 more shade trees are going in. Happy International Day of Forests! #RootedInCommunity #TreeEquity #CatalystFund #UrbanForestry @americanforests.bsky.social

Happy International Day of Forests! Join us to plant trees at Providence Park in Mabelvale. #TreeEquity #RootedInCommunity #UrbanForestry #CatalystFund @americanforests.bsky.social

A city skyline at sunset with dense urban forest in the foreground promoting the recording of a PEFC webinar on trees outside forests certification.

Urban forestry is more than tree planting🌳 It’s long-term stewardship, transparent management, and community trust.

In our Growing Trust Beyond Forests webinar, experts explored how certification helps cities strengthen governance of urban trees.

🎥 https://treee.es/tof-webinar-26

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5 people stand on either side of a street tree newly planted in the Bayview in collaboration with The Providence Foundation of San Francisco.

10 people stand near a newly planted street tree in the Excelsior with the San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living.

6 people stand near a newly planted street tree in Midtown Terrace with St. John Armenian Apostolic Church of San Francisco.

A large group of people listen to a person on a ladder who is leading an orientation before a street tree planting in the Sunset with Christ Church Lutheran, San Francisco.

We're proud to work with @americanforests.bsky.social to expand tree equity here in San Francisco, working with communities of faith across our city. 🌳

Explore on-the-ground stories from across the tree equity movement www.americanforests.org/article/from...

#urbanforestry #treeequity

🌿 Clean-Up in Action 🌿
No mess too big, no branch too small, our crew gets the job done safely and efficiently. Trust Silver Star Tree to clear the way.

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Four images in one frame. 1. Four people leaning and sitting in the back of a pickup truck. 2. Two people preparing a tree’s root ball before the tree is planted. 3. Two people installing tree stakes. 4. Three people install cross braces on a newly planted street tree.

We had so much fun in Portola, we’ll be back Saturday, March 28th! 🌳💚🌳 Come plant with us! No experience needed. We provide all the tools and training you need + a delicious lunch once all the trees are in the ground. 😃
www.friendsoftheurbanforest.org/volunteer-op...

#sanfrancisco #urbanforestry

We’re Hiring! Tree Planting Manager. Plan and implement community tree planting projects to make San Francisco greener! friendsoftheurbanforest.org/careers #loveyourjob

We’re hiring a Tree Planting Manager! You'll manage the full life cycle of neighborhood planting projects from site evaluation and species selection to volunteer workdays and project closeout.

🌳 Apply: www.friendsoftheurbanforest.org/careers
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Waynesville's Growing Green: Tree Board Aims to Expand Town Canopy | WNC Times Waynesville establishes a Tree Board to expand its canopy, combat urban heat, and enhance green spaces. Apply by March 20, 2026!

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Asheville Area Communities Honored for Urban Forestry Efforts | WNC Times Asheville & nearby towns focus on urban forestry! Tree recovery after hurricanes & a new Urban Forest Master Plan. Learn more!

Asheville Area Communities Honored for Urban Forestry Efforts wnctimes.com/article/ashe... #Asheville #AVL #AvlNews #WNC #WncMountains #UrbanForestry #UrbanForest #WNCnews #LocalNews #CommunityNews #TreeLineUSA #UrbanForestMasterPlan #Trees #TreeCityUSA #TreeLineUSA #NCArboretum

Project Acorn reports 300+ trees planted, workforce training funded by $1M federal grant City staff told a committee that Project Acorn, a $1 million federal grant program, has trained workers and planted more than 300 landscape-sized trees across five targeted neighborhoods and will run four more cohorts through 2027; staff asked council to help publicize tree giveaways and ward outreach.

Project Acorn is transforming Akron with over 300 trees planted and a new workforce training program, all funded by a $1 million federal grant!

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#AkronSummitCounty #OH #EnvironmentalSustainability #CitizenPortal #AkronTreeCare #UrbanForestry #WorkforceDevelopment

Urban trees are more than just decoration - they reduce heat and improve air quality in our busy cities.

#UrbanForestry #GreenCities #Environment

Eight people and a dog stand in front of a Friends of the Urban Forest truck.

Four people stand on either side of a newly planted street tree.

Five people stand on either side of a newly planted street tree.

Last weekend’s planting in the Crocker-Amazon was extra special because our wonderful board members (Alison, Areana, Edward, Lara, Marie-Claire, Nora, Sheila & Stephanie) joined us! 💚 Big thanks to all of the community volunteers who came out and planted 50 trees! 🌳

#sanfrancisco #urbanforestry

A smiling person stands on a ladder while installing a street tree’s stakes.

Plant trees with us in the Sunset on 3/14! 🌳 We’ll be planting near Christ Church, Lutheran as part of our Trees of Faith for San Francisco Initiative, which is supported by @americanforests.bsky.social's Catalyst Fund. 💚 Sign up today! www.friendsoftheurbanforest.org/volunteer-op...

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We’re growing the next generation of environmental leaders through ForUsTree! 🌿

By April 2026, we’ll have hired 32 people through ForUsTree, 39% of our total project goal. 💚

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#ForUsTree #YouthConservation #UrbanForestry #HARC

Turn wood “waste” into a climate and community asset. The free Urban Wood Utilization Guide helps cities, nonprofits, and urban forestry professionals turn downed trees and woody debris into a circular community reinvestment.

Download the guide here: tinyurl.com/2p8xyf7t

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Green roofs don't just look amazing, they provide critical stepping stones for migratory species in our cities. Rainplan handles the technical side of finding your project’s funding.

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