Woodbury launches tree rebate program to fight disease
The City of Woodbury has launched a new rebate program to help residents replace dead or diseased trees on their property. The initiative offers up to $199 per tree to combat tree canopy loss caused by the emerald ash borer, an invasive pest that has devastated ash trees across the region.
Woodbury's new Tree Rebate Program aims to encourage residents to replant trees lost to disease and pests. The program will reimburse homeowners up to $199 for each tree they replace, with a limit of three trees per property each year. This financial incentive is designed to help offset the cost of purchasing and planting new trees while addressing the broader problem of declining tree canopy in the community.
The emerald ash borer, an invasive insect, has killed millions of ash trees across North America in recent years. Woodbury residents have seen significant tree loss as a result, prompting the city to take action. By offering rebates for tree replacement, the city hopes to restore its urban forest and the environmental benefits trees provide, including shade, air quality improvement, and stormwater management.
Residents interested in participating must apply online through the city's website at woodbury.gov/TreeRebate. After purchasing a new tree, homeowners will need to submit a receipt of purchase to claim their rebate. The online application process makes it easy for residents to get started without visiting city offices in person.
The program is now available to all Woodbury residents with private property. Those looking for more details about eligibility, tree species recommendations, or the application process can visit the dedicated program website.
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[0:01] The city is launching a
rebate program to help residents
[0:03] replace dead or diseased
trees on private property.
[0:07] The purpose of the program
[0:08] is to help combat
Woodbury’s tree canopy
[0:10] loss caused by the emerald
ash borer disease
[0:12] by replacing trees, ash,
[0:13] or any other species that
have been removed in the past.
[0:16] Residents must complete
the online application
[0:18] and prove the removal of a tree
on their property occurred.
[0:22] Accepted applicants
[0:23] will be able to purchase a tree
for every tree
[0:25] removed, and send
[0:25] in the receipt of purchase
for a rebate up to $199
[0:29] before taxes per tree.
[0:31] There's a limit of three trees
per property per calendar year.
[0:34] To learn more and apply,
visit woodbury.gov/ TreeRebate.
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