City Forester

The City of Mahtomedi contracts with Steve Schumacher, ISA Certified Arborist of Forestry Resources Consulting, whose focus is to control and prevent tree diseases and identify hazardous trees.  If you have a question about the health of your tree call Steve at 651-747-3736.

Protecting Trees From Construction Damage (PDF)

What's The Deal With Dutch Elm Disease and Oak Wilt (PDF)
Identify, Prevent and Control Oak Wilt (PDF)
Disposal and Storage of Wood from Diseased Elms and Red/Pin Oaks (PDF)

Emerald Ash Borer Update (PDF)
Emerald Ash Borer Quarantine Emergency Jan 2021 (PDF)
MN DEPT OF AG Emerald Ash Borer (PDF)
MN DNR Emerald Ash Borer Information (MN DNR Website)
University of MN Emerald Ash Borer Question and Answer (Website)

MN DEPT OF AG Brown Marmorated Stink Bug (PDF)

MN DEPT OF AG Arrest the Pest (PDF)

Twin Cities Urban Forest Summary (PDF)
Urban Climate Framework (Website)

Mahtomedi Recommended Tree List (PDF)
Best Planting Practices for Potted Trees (PDF)