Forestry Division

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WINTER TREE REMOVAL TIMELINE:

September 1-October 

City Crews assess and mark trees for removal in the upcoming winter season
This marking will be done with a pink paint dot signifying which tree(s) will be removed.

(green paint markings signify a contracted removal)

Resident's may receive a postcard from City personnel stating they identified a tree(s) within the City road right-of-way that needs to be removed.

December - May 

(weather dependent)

Winter Tree Removals of road right-of-way tree(s) will occur and are no charge to the resident.

May-July

City crews will return to remove the stumps and complete restoration.

FALL REPLACEMENT TREE PLANTING TIMELINE

August 

Fall Replacement Tree Planting Letters mailed to residents

September

Fall Replacement Tree Planting Letters due back from residents to City Staff

September to November

Fall Replacement Tree Planting Occurs

The City's urban forest is managed by City Forester, Mike Gies. Serving in a professional capacity, the City Forester selects and maintains trees for the City nursery, which will be planted on streets and in parks, provides advice to citizens and City departments regarding trees, and assists builders and homeowners in preserving or preventing damage to specimen trees.  Tree work on City land is performed by the Department of Public Works and private contractors.

If you wish to make a donation to the City for trees, please contact Mike Gies, City Forester at (262) 512-1297 or mgies@ci.mequon.wi.us.

Forestry 2023 Objectives

Continue efforts in EAB removal and replacement with new and existing city personnel

Spring and Summer contract for EAB removal Continue Public Works updates

Continue public outreach and education

Continue improvements and efficiency of GIS

Improve response time utilizing online submission forms and website updates

Continue improving annual Arbor Day Celebration

Continue improving safety protocols and training