Trees
Background
CUDE, with assistance from citizens, City and RPU staff, and the building/development community, has been working on a tree conservation program for the City of Rochester. To date, efforts have been focused on educating residents, builders/developers, and City/RPU staff on the importance of trees to Rochester's quality of life as well as how to properly plant and maintain them. CUDE plans to develop other program components that would plan for future tree canopy, address tree conservation strategies, and protect trees during construction.
Click here to view CUDE's presentation to the City Council on conservation strategies.
Links to Other Sources of Tree Information
Rochester's City Forestry Website
USDA Forest Service - Northeastern Area
"Trees Pay Us Back" - USDA Forest Service
"City Trees: Sustainability Guidelines and Best Practices" - Bonestroo & Associates