Mission:
To preserve and enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors in Howard through the prudent management of our community's urban forest, landscapes, and natural resources.
The Forestry Division is responsible for the planting and maintenance of all trees within the street right-of-way, in village parks, and all other village owned properties. We also plant and maintain landscape and annual flower beds along village streets and parks. If you would like to request Village forestry services or have questions regarding the Village forestry program please enter the Citizen Request Management Center.
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CHRIS CLARK - PARK SUPERINTENDENT / FORESTER
The Village Forestry Division is directed by Chris Clark the Park Superintendent/Forester. Chris became the Village Forester in May 2003. He is an International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist, who received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Urban Forestry from the University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point. Chris holds professional affiliation memberships with the International Society of Arboriculture, the Wisconsin Arborist Association, the Arbor Day Foundation, and the Society of Municipal Arborists.
The Village Forestry page has many important documents and links. Please review the information below. If you cannot find the information you desire on the web page, please email Chris Clark, Park Superintendent/Forester.
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RESEARCH SHOWS THAT LIVING NEAR GREEN SPACE IMPROVES HEALTH
There is more evidence that living near a 'green space' has health benefits.
Research in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health says the impact is particularly noticeable in reducing rates of mental ill health.
Green Spaces Improve Health
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EMERALD ASH BORER HAS BEEN CONFIRMED IN BROWN COUNTY
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The Emerald Ash Borer was confirmed in the city of Green Bay on July 28th, 2009. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection (WDATCP) has confirmed that Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) was found in the city of Green Bay in the vicinity of downtown Press Release. Because of this discovery, WDATCP has quarantined Brown County for the transport and movement of wood products.
The State of Wisconsin has developed an Emerald Ash Borer Response Plan that will govern the state and local government's roll in managing this invasive insect. The Village of Howard Forestry Division has been and will continue to work with communities throughout Brown County on a regional EAB Management Plan. The main focus of this management plan is to provide common policies, current information, continued monitoring, and provide regional wood waste disposal options for residents of our communities.
EAB treatment options for protecting and saving the ash trees using insecticides is continuously being researched by many universities. At the current time research has shown that no product available is 100% effective at protection or saving already infested trees. A property owner should research and educate themselves on the most current information available before deciding on insecticide options. The following are some factsheets and university studies on this subject or visit the links below.
An EAB Guide for Homeowners
Homeowner Guide to EAB Treatments
Professionals Guide to EAB Treatments
Insecticide Options for Protecting Ash Trees from EAB
If you have further questions concerning EAB or would like to report a possible EAB find, please contact the Howard Forestry Division or call 434-4060.
For more information on this subject please visit:
Frequently Asked Questions for Howard Residents
Howard Forestry Factsheet - EAB
Emerald Ash Borer in Wisconsin
Emerald Ash Borer.
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PREVENT THE SPREAD OF TREE & FOREST INSECTS AND DISEASES
DON'T MOVE FIREWOOD
Click on the picture above for more information about firewood and the potential dangers of moving firewood. This information is provided by the Continental Dialogue on Non-Native Forest Insects and Diseases and The Nature Conservancy.
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BENEFITS OF TREES
The urban forest is no longer an oxymoron as once thought by the urban community. Trees and other landscaping are part of everyday life in the city and are an integral portion of our "green" infrastructure. Trees benefit the community in many ways and even pay us back. View the following documents for more information on these benefits.
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2010 Street Tree Pruning Schedule
The Village Forestry Division maintains all street & park trees throughout the village. All trees are on a pruning schedule to maintain the structure, form, and health of the trees. To view the street tree pruning schedule for the 2010 season, please select the link above. The Forestry Division will also perform pruning at other times throughout the year. If you would like to submit a request to have street trees pruned or report any other concerns with the street trees please enter the Citizen Request Management Center or contact Chris Clark, Village Forester.
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Champion Trees of Brown County, Wisconsin is a booklet listing the largest trees and their locations within Brown County. You can also pick up a free copy of the booklet at the Village Hall, 2456 Glendale Avenue.
(Left) Brown County Champion White Oak, Village Green Golf Course
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The Village of Howard has received the Tree City USA award from the Arbor Day Foundation for eighteen (18) consecutive years, Tree City USA Recognition Letter. The Village has also received the prestigious Tree City USA Growth Award eight times for demonstrating progress in its community forestry program. To view the requirements for a community to be bestowed the Tree City USA recognition, please click on the Tree City USA emblem.
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