Category: community
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SB 1377 – Tree Killing Bill
Greg Abbott has decided that trees are nothing more than property; same as an old car or piece of junk mail. Get rid of it if you don’t want it.
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The Oldest Trees in Central Texas
Historical context is one my favorite attributes of trees. But, how old are trees, really? Specifically, how old are trees in my neck of the woods here in central Texas? I’m pretty sure there’s no one alive today who has seen the oldest tree in central Texas; with no one alive to ask, that leaves…
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Keith Brown Appointed to Urban Forestry Board
Do you know about the City of Austin’s Urban Forestry Board? The primary purpose of the board is to provide the citizens of Austin a portal to voice their concerns about policies and practices regarding the city’s public trees.
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Kolkhorst Anti Tree Bill
Just today, one of my respected colleagues, Heather Brewer, a municipal forester in the City of Georgetown, turned me on to a bill that is being introduced by Republican house member Lois Kolkhorst. Kolkhorst is from Brenham, TX. Her proposal aims to put maximum limits on tree mitigation that a government entity can require. And,…
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Tree Removal Permit in Austin
Be careful before you remove a tree in your yard if you live in Austin. Many of the trees in Austin are protected. Possibly even some in your yard! The city’s tree protection ordinance is somewhat complicated.
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Rainwater Harvesting / Collection
I want to believe my exhaustive arborist skills are the saving grace for all trees; the reality is rain does more good than anything. Unless, I am able to provide trees with rainwater on demand! Hello rainwater harvesting.
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Now Hiring Arborist / Salesman
We are currently looking to hire an ISA certified arborist for a sales position. Come join our team of knowledgeable tree workers and help keep Austin Green!
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City of Westlake Hills Tree Ordinance Information
On February 10, 2010 the City of Westlake Hills adopted a new tree
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No Tree Left Behind
Trees are the original green. I’m talking about the green movement. Almost every community across the country has some kind of tree ordinance these days. We know
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Sick Pecan Trees of 2010
This has been a terrible year for the pecan trees of Austin, TX. Quite a sad story I must say. The drought of 2008-2009 has been said to be the worst 2 year drought period in 60 years. It has taken a toll on the pecan trees for sure. This year we’ve cut down many…