This half-day forum is focused on urban forestry and legal issues affecting municipal governance and sustainability. The event kicks off the Tennessee Urban Forestry Council's annual meeting, which will highlight how individuals, organizations, and municipalities are engaging to make an impact in communities. Sessions include:

Networking and Welcome 12 - 12:30 p.m. CST 

Are You Getting Enough Fiber? – The Struggle Between Utilities and Trees in City Planting Strips, and Who Controls Rights-of-Way, 12:30 – 1:15 p.m.

The Lorax’s Dilemma – Can Local Sustainability Measures Succeed Without Risking Preemption?, 1:15 – 2 p.m.

Covering Your Ash – How Municipalities Can Address Liability for Hazardous Trees and Emerald Ash Borers, 2 – 2:45 p.m.

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly – An Assessment of Tree Canopy Ordinances Across Tennessee Cities and Counties, 3 – 3:40 p.m.

The Legislative “Branch” – The Tennessee General Assembly, Legislation, and Legislative Advocacy, 3:40 – 4:20 p.m.

Roadside Assistance Plan – The Rules for Planting on Interstate Exchanges and State Right-of-Way Properties, 4:20 – 5 p.m.

Don't miss this unique opportunity to learn about community conservation efforts and legal implications from top experts in the field.