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AT THIS SITE Staff Directory Champion Trees Arbor Day Forest Health Urban Forestry Grants * TN Urban Forestry Council TN Arboretum Certification Program TN Urban Forestry Program Plan * Storm Damage Tree Care Community Program Assessment * Free Adobe Reader

Urban Forestry More and more cities are realizing the benefits of making room for trees in the urban environment.  Even when land costs are high and space is at a premium, trees soften the hard lines of manmade structures, add color, absorb excess noise, filter the air, provide shade, and may increase property values. Urban forests of Tennessee are experiencing new demands and pressures as interest grows in greenways, heat islands, and storm water control.  Encroachment by development, invasions of gypsy moths and exotic plants like honeysuckle and privet, and problems with soil compaction threaten the health and vitality of urban forests. The state's Urban & Community Forestry Program goal is to improve urban environments through planting and management of trees.  It promotes the establishment of urban forestry programs in cities and towns, assists them in developing self-sustaining urban and community forestry programs, and provides technical assistance.  The Urban Forestry Program provides the following services: · Presentations and exhibits on the value of urban trees · Assistance organizing tree boards · Assistance with tree inventories · Development of tree and landscape ordinances · Information on tree selection, tree identification, planting techniques, proper pruning, and tree care and maintenance. · Coordination of the Tree City USA and TreeLine USA programs · Coordination of the Tennessee Champion Tree program · Technical training and advice for tree care professionals · Advice for planning groups and developers concerning tree protection · Assistance to communities that sustain damage or loss of urban forests from natural disasters · Sponsorship of the Tennessee Arboretum Certification Program Much of this work is done through administration of Urban Forestry Grants.  Grants are awarded to local governments, community non-profit groups, and educational institutions.  For general grant information, click here.  This document requires the free Acrobat Reader available by clicking here. The urban forestry staff also serves as a liaison and provides assistance to the Tennessee Urban Forestry Council.  The Council consists of individuals and organizations interested in promoting better tree care and improving urban environments through the use of trees.  The Council brings people together from across the State to share ideas and solve problems involving the urban forest. National Arbor day Foundation Tennessee Urban Forestry Council Chattanooga Urban Forestry Program TreeLink International Society of Arboriculture National Tree Trust Tree City USA TreeLine USA Forestry AgNIC Urban Forestry Links Page

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