Shade Tree Commission

Working to make our town greener ...

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Mission Statement
Our mission is to plan and maintain shade trees along our streets and within our parks and public spaces in a manner that physically, economically and esthetically benefits the community in the most effective manner possible.

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Why are shade trees important?
•    Increase Property Value
•    Keep Temperatures Cooler
•    Improve Air Quality
•    Control Soil Erosion
•    Create a Habitat for Wildlife
•    Beautify Our Town
•    Curb Noise in Local Areas
•    Maintain a Calming Environment
•    Improvement Aesthetics

The Spring Lake Shade Tree Committee is comprised of resident volunteers.

Permitted Trees for planting along sidewalk:
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Silver Linden    Bloodgood London Planetree, Skyline Honeylocust
Autumn Gold Ginkgo  Green Vase Japanese Zelkova. Villiage Green Japanese Zelkova
Imperial Honeylocust  Shademaster Honeylocust
Red Sunset Red Maple  October Glory Red MapleRedmond American Linden ,Autumn Flame Red Maple
Northern Red Oak  Pin Oak, Swamp White Oak
 Green Mountain Silver Linden