Tree City USA

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About Tree City USA

The Tree City USA program is a national program that provides the framework for community forestry management for cities and towns across America. Whitewater is part of the Tree City USA program. Please visit the Tree City USA website for more information.

Information on Spongy Moth

Visit The Wisconsin Government's webpage on Spongy Moths to learn more about these insects. 

Certified Arborists 

Visit The Wisconsin Arborist Association's webpage to find an ISA certified arborist. 

Emerald Ash Borer - A Concern for Whitewater and Our Neighbors

The Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) has been found in Whitewater, and according to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, and Department of Agriculture, a plan of action is strongly recommended to lessen the environmental impact and safety hazards due to the destructive effects of this insect.

The Emerald Ash Borer is a metallic-green, wood-boring insect native to parts of Asia. Although it does not kill the ash trees in its native range, it will very likely kill all the true ash trees in the western hemisphere if those trees are left untreated. EAB entered the U.S. in the early 2000s (or earlier) by way of shipping crates, and has wiped out millions of ash trees in the wake of their path.

Emerald Ash Borer Documents

  1. Emerald Ash Borer Action Plan for Preserving Selected Ash Trees - Private Citizen Property (PDF)
  2. Emerald Ash Borer Action Plan for Preserving Selected Ash Trees - Public (PDF)
  3. Emerald Ash Borer Plan (PDF)
  4. Homeowner Plan Prepared by the Urban Forestry Commission (PDF)
  5. University of Wisconsin-Extension Homeowner Guide to Emerald Ash Borer Insecticide Treatments (PDF)
  6. University of Wisconsin-Extnesion Is My Ash Tree Worth Treating for Emerald Ash Borer (PDF)

City of Whitewater Proclamations - view each year's Arbor Day proclamation.