Shade Tree Commission

Meetings: 4th Wednesday of each month at 6:30 pm
Appointed by Mayor with Advice and Consent of Council

The STC advises the Mayor, Township Administration and staff on issues and actions affecting, or that may affect, the arboricultural resources within the Township’s borders.

• Establish policy for shade and ornamental trees and shrubbery in any public right-of-way, park and all other property owned by the Township.
• Encourage proper arboricultural practices throughout the Township.
• Encourage desirable horticultural plantings & activities throughout the Township; particularly on public properties.
• Recommend to Planning Board plans & programs to include in the Master Plan for development and use of public land.
• Administer Arbor Day activities within the Township.