Dead tree removal assistance available

The city of Sterling is once again offering a dead tree removal program. The program provides financial assistance to residential property owners for the removal of dead or dying elm trees from private property. Qualifying applicants will be reimbursed by the city of Sterling for one-half the cost of each tree removed, up to $250 per tree. Property owners will not be reimbursed for sales tax or any "secondary" work, such as removal and replacement of fences or repair of lawns or other incidental expenses.

Property owners must qualify on income level and they must reside at the address for which assistance is being requested. Commercial properties or rental units are not eligible.

To qualify for the program, homeowners must make a written application to the city of Sterling Department of Parks, Library and Recreation before the tree is removed. All trees will be inspected by the city and approval will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Financial assistance is not available for tree trimming or for the removal of healthy trees or stump removal. The program is designed to assist homeowners with the removal of trees that pose a threat of Dutch elm disease to the urban forest or a hazard to the public.

To receive an application and full details about the program, contact the city PLR department at (970) 522-9700, or 421 N. Fourth St., Sterling.

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Dead tree removal assistance available