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Village Tree Programs



The Village of Oak Lawn is a Tree City USA for the past 12 years. The Village of Oak Lawn recognizes that trees beautify and lend value to our homes, neighborhoods, parks and business areas. At the same time, trees conserve energy, help clean the air, protect rivers and streams, and provide a habitat for wildlife. The Village maintains over 22,000 parkway trees. The Village offers a variety of programs to encourage parkway tree planting and maintenance in the community.

Parkway Tree Planting: Cost-Share Program 
The Village offers a 25/75 cost-share program to residents who wish to have a new tree planted in their parkway. For more information, click here.

Parkway Tree Inspection/ Trimming/ Removal
If a parkway tree appears sick, dying, or you feel it needs inspection for trimming, removal, or health concerns, contact the Department of Public Works Forestry Division at (708) 499-7756. For more information, click here.

Tree Debris Collection
The Village or our waste hauler collects debris generated from trees, shrubs and other “green” material. Click here

Emerald Ash Borer and other Exotic Pests
The Village currently has not identified the Emerald Ash Borer, Asian Longhorned Beetle, Gypsy Moth, or Oak Wilt within our Village limits. Staff regularly inspect for these exotic pests. To learn more about the Emerald Ash Borer, click here.

Arbor Day
Every year the Village of Oak Lawn celebrates Arbor Day on the last Friday of April. To learn more click here.

Other
For other information regarding trees or landscaping, please click here.

FAQ
For Frequently Asked Questions click here.
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