Penn State Extension will hold a Tree Ordinance Workshop on July 12 in Morgantown, Berks County, at the Morgantown Holiday Inn starting at 8:00 a.m.

Dr. William Elmendorf, Associate Professor of Urban Forestry, Penn State University, will introduce community tree ordinance concepts. He will concentrate on street tree and tree preservation from a planning perspective and welcomes the sharing of municipal code for real life examples. Expect to learn of the powers given from the Pennsylvania Municipal Planning Code and the anatomy of an effective ordinance.

Attorney Gilbert High, known nationally for his extensive knowledge of municipal and tree law, will compliment the previous presentations with liability and legalities. A natural resource panel follows up with real life perspective and experience. Bring your questions and experiences!

Municipal leaders, tree commissioners, or environmental volunteers and professionals will benefit from this workshop.

ISA & PA LA CEUs available.

To register and for more information, visit the Tree Ordinance Workshop webpage.

7/2/2012