Operations
Pruning operations involve City staff attempting to achieve a minimum crown clearance of 14 feet over streets and 8 feet over sidewalks. All dead, dying, diseased, and hazardous branches are removed along with any vines that may be growing into the tree. All branches are pruned back from buildings, away from street lights, and are cleared from utility lines running from utility poles to houses. Throughout pruning operations, trees are checked for any structural problems. If present, all structural problems will be corrected. If beyond repair, the tree will be further evaluated for possible removal.
All newly planted trees receive additional pruning during the first 2 years post-planting. This additional pruning ensures that the young tree develops a strong branch structure. A tree will also be supported by a tree stake and mulched with wood chips during the first 2 years of its life.