Dane County Tree Board, Tree Canopy Collaborative and Heritage Oaks Project

Tree BoardThe Dane County Tree Board is composed of members in different tree-related disciplines and appointed by the County Executive to bring information and public education to citizens and green industry employees to ensure the ongoing health of our tree. Tree policy is an emerging focus as well.

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The Heritage Oaks Project  An initiative of the Dane County Tree Board focused on identifying heritage oaks and raising awareness about them.

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Tree Canopy Collaborative The aim of the Tree Canopy Collaborative is to collectively maintain, protect, and expand public and private tree canopy across Dane County where ecologically appropriate. Within this aim, a particular focus is on ensuring equitable access to trees and their associated benefits for all residents. 

Partnership is fundamental to achieving success. The Collaborative is working collectively to co-develop goals with local experts in order to recognize neighborhood opportunities, needs, and constraints.

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