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Bend's identity crisis Bend's identity crisis is self evident when it cannot complete a tree preservation code. Trees are vital to carbon sequestration and cool...

While a handful of predominantly wealthy Miami-area cities have been recognized for their lush foliage and tree protection programs, far more communities are left facing the heat.

Portland’s trees are an integral part of the city’s character, shrouding neighborhood streets in distinctive, charming Pacific Northwest greenery. Portland's Urban Forestry leaders want to make sure it stays that way, despite new threats to the city's tree canopy. A lot has changed since Portland last updated its Urban Forest Management Plan 20 years ago. With the effects of the climate crisis clearer than ever, the cooling benefits of the city’s trees have become a...

WAUSEON — Department updates comprised the bulk of business before Wauseon City Council on Monday evening, including items from the city’s park board.

Bend City Council reviewed a proposed update to the city's tree code and provided guidance on public outreach

RE: Exploring Climate-Friendly Communities. Feature, 12/14 The article "Exploring Climate Friendly Communities" feels out of touch with the realities of navigating our town by way...

When developers raze a large lot to build housing, leaving no vegetation – let alone any trees at all – we lose crucial tools that store carbon, create shade, provide wildlife habitat and so much more

And it happened in a place where street trees are very sorely needed.

Interview with local tree activist, Albert Kaufman.  Letters from trees to people.  Improv scenes. How to play the improv game, “I’m a Tree:”    https://improwiki.com/en/wiki/improv/i_am_a_tree What Portland’s Doing to Plant Climate-Resilient Trees — Trees For Life

Tree advocates worried that the ordinance would loosen protections for grand trees, but a county staff member said it would strengthen protections.