Tree Removal and Hazards
The Johnston Parks Department is marking trees in the right of way that are dead or damaged. Before marking the tree, they will make an effort to talk with the property owner. If the trees are marked, they must be removed because they are a hazard to the community. The removal is at no cost to the property owner.
The trees are marked with a yellow paper indicating the week the tree will be removed. Trees could be removed for various reasons, including a split on the main trunk and the majority of the tree is dead due to infestation.
If there is a tree on your property marked for removal and you have questions, please contact the Johnston Parks Department at 515-727-8091.