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TREEHZRD.CCN Page 1 <br /> Information Promotes Awareness of Hazard Trees <br /> Early winter is an excellent time for residents to check trees for hazards. Winter storm conditions such as <br /> high winds, heavy rains, and ice and snow accumulations greatly increase the potential for hazardous tree <br /> conditions. And, with the leaves off deciduous trees, it's easier for people to spot hazard indicators such as <br /> cracks, holes, and other damage. <br /> To increase community awareness, the Urban Forestry Program has prepared and distributed a variety of <br /> information about hazardous trees. An important part of the message is the distinction between trees on <br /> private property, for which property owners are responsible, and public trees, which are maintained by the <br /> City. Brief radio annoucements began running Monday, December 11. A general news release issued <br /> Tuesday provided tips on identifying and dealing with hazards that may have resulted from the recent wind <br /> storms. An article has been sent to neighborhood groups providing similar information. A hazard tree <br /> advisory message will begin running this week on Metro TV, which is also airing the "Eugene Street Trees" <br /> video which includes information about removing tree hazards. Information also have been provided for <br /> placement on the City's World Wide Web home page; the information is expected to be on the Internet by <br /> the end of this week. Finally, materials on hazardous trees is available at the Permit and Information Center. <br /> For more information on hazardous trees, contact Urban Forester Scott Plamondon or Maintenance Director <br /> Bob Hammitt at 687 -5220. <br />