Tree Board

The Brentwood Tree Board exists to prepare a tree plan for the community, coordinate Arbor Day and other tree-related activities, provide tree information to the community, maintain a recommended tree list recognizing groups and individuals that complete tree projects, publicize tree programs and other concerns about trees, solicit tree donations and/or money to purchase trees and adopt rules and regulations pertaining to the City’s tree program.

There are eleven board members and two city staff members who make up the board. All elected members are Brentwood residents and the board also includes one brentwood City Commission, a Planning Commission member, and a Park board member. The other eight members are appointed by the board of commissioners and serve two-year terms. Members of the tree board are volunteers and not paid. Meetings are held each third Tuesday of t the month at 7:30am in the Annex Room at Brentwood City Hall located at 5211 Maryland Way.

Board's Main Duties and Mission

  • Prepare a community tree plan
  • Plan Arbor Day events
  • Provide tree information, a recommended tree list, and tree canopy report(PDF, 1MB)
  • Recognize groups and individuals completing tree projects
  • Help educate the community about the Emerald Ash Borer

Emerald Ash Borer

Emerald Ash BorerThe spread of emerald ash borer (EAB) is a growing concern in Brentwood and Tennessee. This invasive insect was first detected in the United States in 2002 and “is now considered the most destructive tree insect pest ever to be introduced into North America.

It was first seen in Tennessee in 2010 and has since been confirmed in 65 counties, including Williamson County. The ash borer is a significant threat to trees in urban and metropolitan areas, where as many as 15% of the trees are ash species.

Emerging Threat: Spotted Lanternfly

This insect has been detected in Tennessee but is not widely established. The State is actively monitoring this pest and encourages residents to report potential sightings.

For information on the Spotted Lanternfly, or to report seeing this pest, visit the State's website.

Want to attend a meeting?

The Tree Board meets every third Tuesday of the month at 7:30 am at Brentwood City Hall, 5211 Maryland Way.

Current Members to the Tree Board

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More Information

Tree management information: Chapter 78, Article VIII of the Brentwood Municipal Code or call the Planning and Codes Department at 615-371-2204

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