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St. Louis Park Residents to Benefit from Complimentary City Tree Trimming, Private Pruning with Approved Contractors

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Published on January 26, 2024
St. Louis Park Residents to Benefit from Complimentary City Tree Trimming, Private Pruning with Approved ContractorsSource: Unsplash/Lucas van Oort

Residents of Elmwood and Brooklawns neighborhoods, get ready to see some trimming action on your block. The City of St. Louis Park is bringing in Shadywood Tree Experts to give those boulevard trees a much-needed haircut starting in early February. According to an official bulletin from the city, the work is part of a tree maintenance routine that'll stretch into the spring, so you can enjoy the verdant joys without any overhanging nuisances.

The trimming of the boulevard trees won't cost adjacent property owners a dime. It's all on the house – or rather, the city's dime. And to prevent any future 'branch failures', the city will also be prying into the airspace of your private trees if they dare to dangle over the road or sidewalk. The city's got a rotational schedule to manage this arboreal upkeep.

If tree maintenance is required on private property, St. Louis Park residents are expected to bear the cost of such services. However, it is important to note that the city has established a set of approved contractors who possess the necessary expertise to ensure that the trees are pruned safely and efficiently. The city's officials recommend that tree pruning be carried out during the winter months, from November to March, when the trees are in a dormant state. This approach reduces the risk of damage to the tree and ensures that the process is carried out in a controlled and responsible manner.

Concerned about the possibility of unlicensed services tending to your trees? Worry no more, as the city maintains a registry of licensed tree service providers that will put your mind at ease. These professionals possess the necessary certification and expertise to ensure that your verdant companions receive the best care possible. Consequently, while nature takes its course, our urban environs remain neat and tidy, and your beloved trees undergo the seasonal rejuvenation that they deserve - precisely as intended.