| An urban forest is comprised of all trees, vegetation, and wildlife in our cities, towns, or municipalities, i.e. anywhere people live, work, and play. This includes, but is not limited to, trees on public and private land, along streets, in residential areas, parks and commercial developments, and in other locations within a community. |
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Trees increase property values. |
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Trees decrease temperature and energy consumption. |
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Trees improve air, water and soil quality. |
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Trees provide food and shelter for wildlife. |
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Numerous trees and plants have been proven useful in phytoremediation of toxic materials. |
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Trees are living witnesses to our history and evidence of our culture. |
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Trees provide economic, health and psychological benefits to people. |
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Trees are a source of food to humans. |
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Trees can screen objectionable views, offer privacy, reduce sun exposure, offer sound barriers and help guide wind direction and speed. |
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Trees create beauty in their respective environments. |
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Trees offer great outdoor recreation. |
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Trees attract wildlife to an area and help support biodiversity of animals and habitat. |
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Trees are beneficial in imporving mental and physical health. | |