The Forestry Division, located in the Department of Environmental Services , manages the care and 
maintenance of approximately 70,000 public trees located along City streets and in City parks and cemeteries. This includes tree pest management, pruning, planting, removal, inspection and responding to public requests. The Tree Team program engages volunteers in the care of young trees.
Services
| Service |
Description
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Tree Stump Grinding/
Lawn Restoration |
Tree stump grinding and lawn restoration is provided for property in the public right-of-way from late June to late November. |
| Tree Planting |
Based on demand and tree availability, the Forestry Division offers tree plantings from April to June and occasionally in November |
| Tree Pruning |
City-owned trees (either located between the sidewalk and the curb or park trees) are pruned year-round. City residents can call 311 (outside city limits call 585-428-5990) to schedule an inspector to review the condition of the tree. If the inspector determines that a tree is a threat to public safety and needs prompt attention, pruning will be scheduled. To determine if your tree qualifies, it must have either:
1. Low limbs that impede vehicles or pedestrian foot traffic
2. Large or excessive amounts of dead wood
3. Limbs affecting homes or buildings
4. Limbs blocking traffic signals or signs
5. Limbs blocking a street light
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Request it!
Please call 311 (outside city limits call (585) 428-5990) with inquiries or requests.
