ACTION 5.6.4

Promote tree health and vibrancy, and provide tree shade along documented heat island areas.

In Progress

Key Performance Indicators

Conduct citywide urban tree inventory
In Progress
Current Status
A computer application has been created and several identification seminars have been conducted. 2025– A tree inventory app has been produced and continues to be developed using newly available resources
Timeline: 2025
Due Date: N/A
Responsible: Public Works Conservation Commission
Complete Heat Island Project and create Master Plan for Tree Plantings and Maintenance.
Completed
Objective


Current Status

New heat island mapping resources have become available. These can be utilized to create an updated map. 2025: Heat Island map has been produced and in progress as tree planting/purchasing progresses. A Master Tree Plan is in progress

Timeline: 2025
Due Date: Dec 31, 2025
Responsible: Public Works
Hire tree warden/arborist
Completed
Objective


Current Status

The Tree Warden vacancy has been filled

Timeline: 2025
Due Date: Dec 31, 2025
Responsible: Public Works
Complete annual tree planting throughout Lebanon. Goal of 25 planted in spring and 25 in fall
In Progress
Current Status
2025– A Tree Management Plan was passed in 2024. Planted 42 trees throughout Lebanon in 2024.
Timeline: 2025
Due Date: N/A
Responsible: Public Works
Add new shade trees at bus stops and along pedestrian routes.
Planned
Objective


Current Status


Timeline: 2025
Due Date: Dec 31, 2025
Responsible: Public Works Tree Advisory Board
Generate a proposal to update Site Plan Review Regulations Section 6.2.E to include mandatory shading requirements specifically for disabled parking spots.
Planned
Objective


Current Status


Timeline: 2025
Due Date: Dec 31, 2025
Responsible: City Manager City Council Planning Board Planning and Development