Electric Power Line Inspection & Tree Programs
Electric line clearance work to be performed by Asplundh, PEPCO’s tree contractor, will continue into October in Berwyn, Hollywood, Oak Springs, Daniels Park, Autoville, Crystal Springs, Patricia Court, College Park Estates and Yarrow neighborhoods. Tree pruning and removals are planned; maps of the planned work are available on the City website in the NEWS section: https://www.collegeparkmd.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=176. PEPCO should have mailed notification letters to all addresses in the work areas to alert customers of the work planned. For more information, contact 202-833-7500 and request to have a representative from the forestry department return your call. Residents can also contact the City horticulturist at 240 487-3590 or email horticulturist@collegeparkmd.gov with questions.
Tree Canopy Enhancement Program (TCEP)
Trees provide many benefits including reduced cooling and heating costs, interception of rainwater, increased property values and improved air quality. The City offers a few ways to help.
The City has a program that provides for street tree planting in the right-of-way area, which includes the grass strip between the curb and sidewalk. The location will be inspected to see if it is suitable. College Park residents interested in a tree can email holticulturist@collegeparkmd.gov or call 240-487-3590.
City property owners can apply for reimbursement of up to $150.00 annually for approved tree(s) planted on their residential lot. The completed application should be approved prior to planting. For more information and the application, visit: www.collegeparkmd.gov/trees, email horticulturist@collegeparkmd.gov or call 240-487-3590.
For more information about City tree programs and tips, please visit www.collegeparkmd.gov/trees.