Now that Earth Month has arrived, Supervisor Kathryn Barger wants residents living in Los Angeles County’s unincorporated communities to know they can obtain and plant a parkway tree at no cost.
Parkway trees are trees planted adjacent to the edge of a roadway within the county’s road easement and therefore in the public right-of-way. Tree planting services are coordinated by Los Angeles County’s Department of Public Works, which has an urban forestry unit that helps residents select and plant trees.
Parkway trees play a vital role within the urban ecosystem, creating a cooler climate, contributing to cleaner air and they help raise property values.
The Department of Public Works can help residents get a parkway tree planted along the streets in their neighborhood, offering a handy Tree Services Locator that confirms eligible communities and equips residents with a menu of trees that are permitted and suitable for their neighborhood.
Interested residents can dial 626-300-2080 or visit the Department of Public Works’ tree planting webpage to get the process started.
Details: A brochure of the program is available here.