Free trees for your right of way

From Susie of the Seminole Heights Bookgroup,

"The City of Tampa has a program going on right now where you can get a tree planted FREE in the city right-of-way (i.e., the curb/lawn area). My across the street neighbor, Drew, just had one planted and another is on the way. It looks like a live oak, about 6-8 feet high. A nice tree. Apparently the City has lots of excess trees and funds for this program.

If you are interested, call the City of Tampa Parks Department at 274-8615."

Here is text from the City website:

"Community Tree Program

The City of Tampa Parks and Recreation Department in 1997 established the Community Tree Program. The program fosters the replenishment of Tampa�s valuable and gracious tree canopy. Trees are a community resource that provides tangible benefits, in terms of visual and aesthetic attributes, environmental assets, health benefits, and economic value.

The City of Tampa recognizes the benefits of its trees and is committed to the conservation and enhancement of its environment. The Community Tree Program is free and provides individuals and neighborhood associations with trees for planting on City land, greenways, and street right of ways.

The goal of the program is to plant 1,000 trees annually as a way to enhance the neighborhood and help sustain Tampa�s community forest and shade canopy. The program encourages community involvement at both the time of planting, and beyond � encouraging a sense of responsibility and environmental stewardship in citizens across the city.

To request trees planted in your neighborhood go to the Community Tree Program application."