Louisiana Urban Forester Paul Orr has conducted part of the inventory and offered training. Master gardener volunteers trained by the LSU Cooperative Extension program, community members, and Southeastern students all responded to our last request for help. Lewis said the maps will be used by city officials to insure that the trees are appropriately cared for. They will also help identify where further plantings are possible and what trees would be desirable in certain areas. Her talk focused on the Hammond community's involvement in urban forestry work though groups such as Hammond's Urban Forestry Council, the Hammond Tree Foundation, area garden clubs, and the Hammond City Council.
Trees benefit property values, air quality, and cooling costs.
With trees around, people feel more safe and relaxed. Each individual is a part of the urban forest. Caring for our trees and the tree project is important work because it is dedicated to bettering our lives through trees. Training will be provided. Your help will be highly appreciated.