Take Action
Everyone benefits from a healthy tree canopy. Find people in your community and start a conversation about the value of D.C’s tree canopy and the need to protect it. Then send a letter or e-mail, make a call or write a letter to the editor. Your voice matters.
Reach Out
Consider reaching out to one or more of the following individuals in your community:
- Local government officials
- Mayor
- Councilmembers
- Advisory Neighborhood Commissioners
- City department heads including those at the District Department of Environment and District Department of Transportation
- Other community officials and representatives
- Federal government officials
- Neighbors
- Coworkers
- Family
- Business owners and leaders
- Chamber of Commerce
- Environmental groups
- Community leadership organizations
Report Street Tree Problems
If you notice a street tree issue, report it to the Urban Forestry Administration by calling 311. Learn more about street trees and what role you, the District government and Casey Trees serve in taking care of them.
Learn About the Issues
We have prepared resources on Tree Space Regulations, covering tree issues on both public and private property. We have more resources on policy and advocacy so you can get informed about tree issues in D.C.