As our urban areas continue to expand – they now cover 69 million acres nationwide and are increasing at a rate of 1.3 million acres per year – it becomes increasingly important that we strive to maintain and manage existing trees as well as initiate programs to plant and care for new trees.
Why? Public trees are a relatively low cost investment with high returns that have allowed many Ohio cities and towns to effectively improve their livability. Trees increase in value the minute they leave the nursery and continue to appreciate as they mature. They add to property resale/rental value by improving curb appeal not to mention the numerous other economic, environmental, and health benefits they provide. Safe, healthy trees also supply year round interest that helps to improve the quality of life of Ohio’s citizens.
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