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Most City offices will be closed Thursday, June 19, to observe Juneteenth

The City of Portland recognizes Juneteenth as a formal day of remembrance to honor Black American history and the end of slavery in the United States. Learn about Juneteenth.

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Portland is a Sanctuary City

The Services Trees Provide

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This sampling of research and research institutions describes the services trees provide from environmental, economic, and social perspectives.

Several of these studies are based in Portland and provide a local lens through which to view the services of our urban forest. Search the US Forest Service's Urban Ecosystems and Social Dynamics Program database on Urban Forestry for more studies on the services urban trees provide.

Benefits of Urban Forests Video 

Environmental Services Trees Provide

Social and Cultural Services Trees Provide

Health Services Trees Provide

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