🌳 Dover Shade Tree Commission 🌳

Trees are essential to the health and vitality of our community–helping to cool our streets, improve air quality, support public health, and enhance property values throughout Dover.

Established in 1974, the Dover Shade Tree Commission oversees regulation, planting, and maintenance of trees and shrubbery in the town's parks and public spaces. In 1979, Dover was designated a Tree City USA community by the National Arbor Day Foundation. In 2024, the Commission proudly celebrated its 50th anniversary of service to the Town of Dover.

The Dover Shade Tree Commission is made up of dedicated community volunteers appointed to help guide the care and stewardship of Dover's urban forest.

 

2026 Scheduled Meeting Dates
 
January 8, 2026 (Reorganization Meeting & Regular Meeting)
February 12, 2026 (Meeting Cancelled)
March 12, 2026
April 9, 2026
May 14, 2026
June 11, 2026
July 9, 2026
August 13, 2026
September 10, 2026
October 8, 2026
November 12, 2026* (Strategic Planning & Goal Setting for 2027)
December 10, 2026
 
The Shade Tree Commission Meetings are at Town Hall - 37 N. Sussex St. at 7:00 pm. 


Useful Links:
Tree City USA Bulletins (Click Here)
National Arbor Day Press Releases (Click Here)
arborday.org hardiness zone for Dover (Click Here)
How to prune trees (Click Here)

 

Tree Removal FAQ and Application (Click Here)