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Additional Support for Community Members Navigating Retroactive Permitting Related To Storm-Damaged Trees
This page contains information about additional support offered by Portland Parks & Recreation for community members navigating the retroactive permitting related to storm-damaged trees.
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Commissioner Ryan Waives Fees for Winter Storm-related Tree Damage
In response to this extreme weather event and the Mayor’s emergency declaration.
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Caring for Trees is Very Important During Hot Weather!
Essential Guidance from Portland Parks & Recreation’s Urban Forestry Team
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Join the Urban Forestry Commission
Joining the Urban Forestry Commission (UFC) is one of the most effective ways community members can help advocate and care for our city’s urban forest!
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Portland Urban Forestry Marks 45 Years as Tree City USA
The Arbor Day Foundation has awarded Portland its 45th Tree City USA Award, 25th Growth Award, and 3rd Tree Cities of the World Award. These programs recognize high achievement in municipal tree programs nationally and globally.
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PP&R study shows Portland's urban forest is in decline since 2015
Findings show first tree canopy decline since 2000; tree preservation and planting efforts remain top City priority.
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PP&R celebrates our teammates - meet Director Adena Long
This is a profile of PP&R Director Adena Long. It's part of a series that highlights our staff as part of PP&R's commemoration of Black History Month (February).
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Portland Parks & Recreation offers tree care tips for winter
Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R)’s Urban Forestry division staff say that the approach of winter is an important time to care for trees in your home and adjacent right-of-way.
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Join PP&R at a family-friendly tree planting kickoff event and Arbor Day celebration
Arts and crafts, hundreds of tree plantings in SE Portland’s Lents Park and neighborhood
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Free yard trees for all Portlanders continue mission of PP&R’s Urban Forestry
Five yard tree giveaway events begin September 25, 2021, where Portland neighbors can register in advance for free trees for their yard. This is part of Portland Parks & Recreation's mission to grow, preserve, and protect the city's urban forest.
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Barbara Walker Crossing over Burnside, adjacent trails reopened
Barbara Walker Crossing and the adjacent portions of PP&R’s Wildwood Trail closed in January 2021 to address fallen trees that required removal, plus structural evaluation of the bridge and repairs. Barbara Walker Crossing and adjacent trails were reopened on April 30, 2021.
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Portland Urban Forestry Program Earns Global Recognition
Portland's volunteers put in more hours (over 7000) than any other US city! Urban Forestry is not the only one that noticed your hard work. The Arbor Day Foundation has awarded Portland its 44th Tree City USA Award, 24th Growth Award, and 2nd Tree Cities of the World Award.
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Portland Parks & Recreation Urban Forestry crews Respond to nearly 50 Tree Emergencies
Work continues to reopen roads, clear debris after a major windstorm. PP&R Urban Forestry staff are essential responders in keeping Portland moving and safe.
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