The Waynesville Town Council recently adopted a Municipal Tree Ordinance that established an Advisory Tree Board. We are currently seeking applications for this advisory board. The Advisory Tree Board advises Town Council on municipal tree management issues and acts as an advocate for trees in the community. The Tree Board will be responsible for:
• Annual review of tree management plan and budget
• Develop official street tree species lists for planting purposes
• Periodic review of tree ordinance
• Investigate available grants, loans or contributions to help accomplish tree board's purpose
• Foster public awareness activities (development of education materials and programs relating to trees)
• Plan and execute an annual Arbor Day event to be held on town or school properties
• Assist Town in annual application for Tree City USA recognition
For more information on the Advisory Tree Board and how to apply to serve, please email the
Town Clerk at cpoolton@waynesvillenc.gov
The application process will close on
March 20th, 2026.
