Wheeling Municipal Code to Establish Tree Advisory Board

The code states that it is unlawful for any person, firm, or corporation to damage, remove a tree on municipally owned public property. In addition, the code establishes the Wheeling Municipal Tree Advisory Board to ensure proper planting and care of trees on municipally owned public property. The Board shall act in an advisory capacity to the office of the City Manager and is responsible for developing tree planting and maintenance standards on public property, managing nuisance trees, and providing an appeals process for related decisions. It also promotes public education on tree care, leads Arbor Day events, and works to maintain the city’s “Tree City USA” designation.