Established in June of 2001, the Evansville Department of Urban Forestry is under the Department of Transportation and Services. 

Urban Forestry consists of 4 full-time tree crew workers and is managed by the Evansville City Arborist. The duties of the Department are as follows:

• Enforcement of the Evansville Tree Ordinance.
• Day-to-day activities related to hazardous tree and tree limb removal.
• Removal of tree debris created by storms in improved streets and alleys.
• Inventory of existing public trees.
• Supervision of the Arborist Licensing program.
• Presentation of tree-related materials to public.
• Development and dissemination of educational brochures pertaining to trees.
• Inspection and recommendations for public tree issues.
• Dissemination and review of public tree planting and removal permits.
• Planning, performing, and assistance for public tree planting.
• Recertification for Tree City USA status & Growth Award.
• Planning and supervision of annual Arbor Day event.
• Coordination with other government agencies, not-for-profit groups, and the public concerning tree related activities issues.
• Apply for Grants.