Borough of Bellevue Shade Tree Commission
The Bellevue Shade Tree Commission (STC) was created in 2014 by Borough of Bellevue Ordinance 14-02. The Commission serves as a volunteer advisory board to Council and consists of 3 members appointed by Council for specified terms. Its functions are strictly advisory and educational.
The STC works to engage fellow residents in embracing the social, aesthetic, economic, and environmental benefits of trees to the community through education, preservation, restoration, and stewardship. It seeks to educate the public regarding the value and proper care of trees, support the Borough in its tree stewardship efforts, and remain informed, accredited, and active in the future planning of the community forest.
Meeting Schedule
The STC meets on the 3rd Monday of each month (except December) at 7 PM in Council Chambers, Bellevue Borough Municipal Building. Members of the public are invited to attend.
Current Members
Andrew Beckas Term expires 2024
Scott Heberling Term expires 2026
Linda Ryan Term expires 2025
Links
Bellevue STC List of Priority Tasks
Bellevue STC’s List of Recommended Street Trees and Shade Trees Landscaping with Native Plants
Tree Pittsburgh’s Tree Tender’s Handbook (2021)
PA Bureau of Forestry Native Pollinator Conservation Plan (2022)
Spotted Lanternfly Management for Homeowners
Invasive Plants of Pennsylvania
Functions
The STC’s specific functions authorized by Ordinance 14-02 include:
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Advise Council regarding the preservation, maintenance, planting, and/or removal of shade and street trees in the Borough;
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Review permits required for the planting, pruning, and removal of street trees and make recommendations to Council regarding issuance of permits;
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Study the problems and determine the needs of the Borough in connection with its tree planting program;
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Assist in planting, removing, maintaining, and protecting shade trees on public streets in the Borough;
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Recognize and assist in the enforcement of procedures in the planting and maintenance of street trees in the Borough.