The city of Ann Arbor is hiring two private contractors as it looks to catch up on tree removal, tree pruning and stump removal needed along city streets.

The City Council voted unanimously Monday night to approve a $192,160 contract with Guardian Tree Experts and a $175,875 contract with the Asplundh Tree Expert Co.

The tree removal activities under both contracts focus on the highest-priority trees, those listed as priority 1 or 2 removals in the city's tree inventory.

Tree pruning activities will focus on removing large, dead, broken, hanging or diseased limbs for trees listed as priority 1 for pruning in the tree inventory.

The city has a backlog of 815 priority 1 and 2 tree removals. It's expected Guardian will tackle 253 and Asplundh will tackle 255, leaving a backlog of 307.

The city also has a backlog of 2,205 stumps that need to be removed. Guardian will tackle 79 and Asplundh will tackle 255, leaving a backlog of 1,871.

The work is to be completed by May 31.

In addition to helping to address the tree maintenance backlog, the work to be completed moves the city toward implementing recommendation No. 1 of the city's new Urban and Community Forest Management Plan, which is to implement a proactive routine maintenance program, said Kerry Gray, head of the forestry department.

Gray's memo to council notes the work also furthers the "healthy ecosystem" and "sustainable systems" goals of the city's Sustainability Framework.

The city has about 6,900 trees in mowed areas in parks and more than 41,000 trees along city streets that it's responsible for maintaining, and it's putting an extra $1 million into doing that this year after falling behind on tree maintenance.

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HOUSTON -

The city of Houston has reached a settlement with a developer in connection with the unpermitted removal of four oak trees in Upper Kirby.

The trees were chopped down in the middle of the night as part of a construction project near the corner of Kirby Drive and North Boulevard from the public right-of-way.

A $300,000 settlement was reached last Friday.

"Our trees are valuable resources and their preservation is important to the city," said Mayor Annise Parker. "We have a fair process for developers, but when they violate our policies we will not hesitate to prosecute to the fullest extent of the law."

The Kirby Drive and North Boulevard oak trees had been planted by Trees for Houston volunteers acting on behalf of the Boulevard Oaks Civic Association more than a decade ago.

With the $300,000 settlement, the city has recovered more than $1 million for improperly removed trees this year, which is unprecedented.

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Tree removal and mulching on the Sunshine Coast

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NYCs Urban Forest > Tree Services > Dead Tree and Stump Removal

Dead trees reported on streets, parks, playgrounds or other public spaces will be inspected and, if appropriate, removed. Parks service pledge to citizens with dead trees in front of their houses is to inspect and remove such trees within 30 days of notification. To report a dead tree, call 311 or use our tree service request system.

Parks makes every effort to preserve and protect trees in the public right-of-way until their health or condition warrants removal. Parks does not remove healthy trees due to infrastructure conflicts with sewer lines or sidewalk concrete. Tree roots rarely damage sound pipes in good condition, and only intrude if they have been afforded access by a break or perforation. The best way to prevent this from occurring is to repair the line with impervious, watertight piping. Visit our Work on or Near Trees page for filing a permit prior to sewer repair. If your sidewalk is damaged, please visit our Sidewalk Repair page.

All stumps remaining from tree removal operations performed by Parks are recorded and registered. Stump removals are dependent on the availability of funding. We currently have a backlog of stumps awaiting removal. If you are a property owner who would like a City-owned stump removed, we have two options for you to consider:

In July 2014, NYC Parks initiated a City-wide tree removal and replacement program. Trained NYC Parks foresters surveyed every tree within the Hurricane Sandy inundation zone to identify trees in poor health and those severely impacted by the storm. An estimated 10,000 trees will be removed and replanted Citywide.

Trees are an integral part of our citys functioning infrastructure and help improve the overall quality of life for all New Yorkers. Trees beautify blocks, increase property values, and cool and clean the air. By shading hot surfaces, trees reduce the formation of ozone, which can trigger respiratory problems in children and the elderly. Trees also reduce storm water runoff and reduce building energy costs. The benefits of New York Citys street trees are valued at $122 million annually. As part of PlaNYC and the MillionTreesNYC program, one million trees will have been planted throughout New York City by 2015.

Tree removals began in July 2014 and will continue through July 2015. All trees will be replanted within twelve months of removal, during the next appropriate planting season. The spring season runs from March through May and the fall season from November through January. Learn more about Parks' street tree planting process.

To report a dead tree or request a new tree planting for your community, submit a Forestry Request or call 311.

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Everett, WA (PRWEB) November 15, 2014

Precision Tree Services, a family owned tree servicing company of the Seattle area, knows that the upcoming winter weather frequently means downed trees, fallen branches, and a lot of property damage.

All this damage, and even personal injury, can add up to quite a significant amount of money. Preparation for winter weather, according to the article released from Precision Tree Services, is key in keeping your home and family safe from hazards.

To learn more about Precision Tree Services and their tree care services, visit their website: http://precisiontreeservicewa.com/

When determining if a property has hazardous trees on it, one thing that Precision Tree Services recommends owners look for is the health of the trees. Trees that have cracks in them, dead branches, or show signs of sickness of infestation of pests may need to be trimmed, or even removed, the article states.

For homeowners that arent skilled in arboreal understanding, Precision Tree Services says, Our certified arborists have been trained to accurately see which branches or trees present a hazard to your property. We love trees, and it is always our focus to keep trees healthy and naturally beautiful. But we are also realisticwe know that sometimes a tree presents a danger to your home, your property, and even your family.

With the upcoming windy weather that the Pacific Northwest endures every winter season, homeowners and property owners should consider having a tree care expert take a look at any trees that appear to be sick, dying, cracked, or in too close proximity to a structure.

About Precision Tree Services: Precision Tree Services is a family-run business that expands throughout Whatcom and the Snohomish County area. They provide a full range of tree services, including tree removal, tree pruning, shrub and bush pruning, hedge trimming, stump grinding, crown reduction, crown raising, tree cabling, and more. All of our services are conducted by fully-trained tree experts or ISA certified arborists. Contact our office to schedule a tree service. 14715 Smokey Point Blvd Marysville, Washington 98271 Phone: (888) 277-2334 Email: precisiontree@hotmail.com

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The Public Works Department on Friday submitted before the Madras High Court Bench here an exhaustive list of locations from where karuvelam (Prosopis juliflora) trees considered harmful to the ecology since they turn the land dry by sucking too much of groundwater besides poisoning it had been removed from river courses and waterbodies.

Additional Advocate General K. Chellapandian submitted the list before the First Bench comprising Chief Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul and Justice V. Dhanapalan who were seized of a contempt of court application against the Chief Secretary, Environment and Forest Secretary, Public Works Department Secretary, Madurai Collector and Corporation Commissioner among others.

C. Anand Raj of Equal Right, a non-governmental organisation here, had filed the contempt application through his counsel R. Alagumani for alleged non-compliance of an order passed by a Division Bench of Justice R. Sudhakar and Justice V.M. Velumani on January 9 directing the officials to remove karuvelam trees from all waterbodies and river courses in the State.

After accepting the report filed by M. Muthupandian, Executive Engineer, Public Works Department (Periyar Vaigai Division), the First Bench gave a further period of four weeks to the officials to proceed with the work and file a progress report along with supporting photographs. The judges also directed the Registry to list the matter after a month for reporting compliance.

In his report, Mr. Muthupandian stated that karuvelam trees spread over an area of 4,51,600 square metres were removed in the financial year 2013-14 ever since the court passed orders in January. Trees spread over 2,40,000 square metres were removed from Vaigai river in Thenur and Kodimangalam areas, and trees covering around 1.52 lakh square metres were removed from a link canal near Vaigai dam. Also, trees spread over 41,38,834 square metres had been removed so far in the current year, he added.

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Mary Esther, Florida (PRWEB) November 14, 2014

Arborists Rob Calley and Travis Morales competed in the Florida Tree Climbing Championships (FTCC) on Oct. 25 at Meyers Park in Tallahassee, FL. This event, put on by The Florida Chapter of The International Society of Arboriculture, brings the best and brightest climbing arborists from around the state together to battle for one slot in the International Tree Climbing Championships (ITCC).

The events that Calley and Morales competed in were the throwline, aerial rescue, secured footlock, belayed speed climb and the work climb. Throwline tests the ability of a climber to set a climbing rope high in a tree. Aerial rescue puts the climber in a simulated emergency with an "injured climber" stuck in the tree. He must take charge of the scene, check for hazards, get EMS notified, ascend to the victim, and then bring him down safely. Secured footlock is a test of raw strength and technique as the climber ascends 50 feet by the footlock climbing method. Belayed speed climb is another all out effort to ring three bells located in a tree as fast as possible. The work climb is the premier event that tests a climbers ability to work five stations high in the canopy of a tree.

"This was one of the most challenging things I have ever done, both mentally and physically, said Calley. We didn't win this time, but we competed hard, made great friends who have a passion for climbing safety, and are training now to compete in Mobile, Alabama in March."

About the company: Backridge Tree Service, Inc. is a specialty tree company serving residential, commercial and municipal customers in the Florida panhandle. The company was founded in 1998. Backridge Tree Service concentrates on tree pruning and trimming, tree preservation, and tree removal, but they also provide stump grinding, tree installation, tree health care, and any other tree-related needs. All of their tree pruning and tree removal jobs are supervised by their professional arborists. They currently have three full-time ISA Certified Arborists on staff, Rob Calley, Travis Morales, and David Whitley. For more information about Backridge Tree Service, contact the company today by calling 850-939-8533 or visit their website at http://www.backridgetreeservice.com/.

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MILEAGE. Fr. Robert Reyes (second from left) runs with some local environmentalists to protest the cutting of 58 trees to pave the way for the Naga City Sports Complex. (SUN.STAR PHOTO/ALEX BADAYOS)

THE City Government of Naga will be planting 2,900 tree seedlings to replace the 58 trees that they cut down for the construction of a track oval inside the Naga City Central School.

The tree-planting was part of the agreement the City and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) 7 forged before the tree-cutting permit was issued to the local government unit.

Dr. Eddie Llamedo, DENR 7 spokesperson, told reporters that the City of Naga is expected to replace the trees on Nov. 21, once a commitment will be signed to plant the replacement trees. The site of the tree-planting is in Barangay Lutac, one of the citys mountain barangays.

The site has been identified as a reforestation area of the DENRs National Greening Program, said Llamedo.

About 60 percent of the trees that the City will plant are narra trees.

Llamedo said that the DENR 7 only required the City of Naga to replace 50 seedlings for every felled tree as the primary project is not a road widening.

For a road widening project, an applicant for a tree-cutting permit is required to provide 100 tree seedlings per felled tree.

Llamedo said that aside from planting replacement trees, the DENR 7 required the City of Naga to organize a multi-partite team that will monitor the progress of the trees that will be planted in Lutac.

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