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{ <br /> WHY TREES? <br /> Trees may be the single most important contributor <br /> to the health and beauty of the urban environment. They <br /> temper climate and air quality, remove carbon dioxide <br /> and other pollutants form the air — giving oxygen in <br /> return and their roots stabilize the soil and help stop <br /> erosion. <br /> Throughout the city, trees soften the hard surfaces of <br /> streets and buildings and provide a variety of form, tex- <br /> ture, color, color and mood to the urban environments. <br /> Trees are an integral and important part of Eugene. <br /> Ranging from Spencer Butte to Skinner Butte, they <br /> create an oasis of green arching over our streets. Many <br /> of them are evidence of Eugene's culture and history and <br /> are the result of the efforts of early- pioneers. These <br /> "heritage" trees are among the most stately and beautiful <br /> of all trees in Eugene. <br /> Why trees? They bring life to a city. They inspire <br /> us, and they provide a sense of beauty for future genera- <br /> tions. trees bring physical, psychological, and spiritual <br /> well -being to a community and create a sense of peace <br /> and harmony with nature. <br /> The tree crew at Maintenance takes care of the city's <br /> 100,000 street and park trees. <br /> from PUBLIC WORKS - MAINTENANCE <br />