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Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(1) An urban and community forestry program is created within the division.
(2) The purpose of the program is to encourage the planting and maintenance of trees within municipalities and unincorporated communities.
(3) The division may:
(a) advise and assist municipalities, counties, and other public and private entities in developing and coordinating policies, programs, and activities promoting urban and community forestry;
(b) receive, by following the procedures and requirements of Title 63J, Chapter 5, Federal Funds Procedures Act, federal funds for the urban and community forestry program; and
(c) provide grants to municipalities and counties for urban and community forestry programs and cooperative projects.
(4) The division shall:
(a) develop a public education program to inform tree care professionals and citizens of the hazards involved with the planting of new trees and the maintenance of existing trees near overhead power lines and highways; and
(b) develop and implement a program of public awareness to inform citizens about the benefits of planting trees in urban areas and how to maintain trees.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Utah Code Title 65A. Forestry, Fire, and State Lands § 65A-8-105. Urban and community forestry program - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ut/title-65a-forestry-fire-and-state-lands/ut-code-sect-65a-8-105/
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