Complete Municipal Tree Care Solutions
Public trees provide essential services to communities—cooling urban heat islands, improving air quality, managing stormwater, and enhancing quality of life. Our municipal tree services support local governments in managing these valuable assets. We understand the unique challenges of public tree care including regulatory compliance, public safety requirements, budget constraints, and community expectations. Our experienced teams provide professional services that meet municipal standards while delivering efficiency and value.
Street Tree Management & Public Safety
Street trees present unique management challenges requiring specialized expertise. Our municipal street tree program addresses clearance requirements for vehicles and pedestrians, power line conflicts, and sight distance at intersections. We perform systematic trimming cycles that maintain required clearances while promoting tree health and aesthetic appearance. Root management addresses sidewalk damage and utility conflicts, using techniques like root pruning and root barriers to reduce infrastructure impacts. Our crews are trained in traffic control and work zone safety, maintaining required certifications for working in public rights-of-way. We coordinate with utility companies when trees conflict with overhead lines, using appropriate pruning techniques that meet utility clearance standards while minimizing tree damage. Hazard tree management follows systematic inspection protocols identifying dangerous trees throughout the community. We provide rapid response to citizen complaints about hazardous conditions, assessing reported problems and taking appropriate action. Our documentation systems track all work performed, providing the records municipalities need for liability protection and asset management.
Parks and public spaces contain communities' most valuable and visible trees, requiring care that balances preservation with public safety. Our park tree management program provides comprehensive care for these high-value resources. We conduct detailed tree inventories documenting species, size, condition, and maintenance needs for all significant park trees. Risk assessment identifies hazards in high-use areas like playgrounds, sports fields, and picnic areas where tree failure could cause serious injury. Maintenance programs keep park trees healthy and attractive—regular pruning removes deadwood, structural pruning strengthens young trees, and health care addresses pest and disease problems. We understand the special considerations of park trees including heavy foot traffic that compacts soil, irrigation needs in managed landscapes, and public visibility that demands quality workmanship. Memorial and heritage trees receive specialized care that honors their significance while addressing safety and health needs. Our work scheduling minimizes conflicts with public use—we complete noisy or disruptive work during low-use periods and coordinate with park staff around scheduled events.
Park & Public Space Management
Community Forestry & Long-Term Planning
Effective municipal forestry requires planning that looks decades ahead. Our community forestry services help municipalities develop comprehensive tree management programs that sustain healthy urban forests over time. We assist with urban forestry master plan development, establishing goals, policies, and action plans for community forest management. Tree inventories provide baseline data for informed decision-making, documenting current resources and identifying needs. We help establish planting programs that replace aging trees before gaps develop in the urban canopy, selecting species that provide diversity and resilience to future climate conditions. Budget forecasting based on inventory data helps municipalities plan for maintenance costs and capital needs. We provide training for municipal staff on proper tree care techniques, safety procedures, and equipment operation. Grant writing assistance helps communities secure funding for forestry initiatives from state and federal programs. Public education programs build community support for urban forestry, helping residents understand the value of public trees and proper care practices. Our comprehensive approach helps municipalities build sustainable programs that provide long-term benefits to their communities.
