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1. Does the City plant boulevard trees?

The City will plant trees in new subdivisions and where requested in other locations in the City at no charge to the property owner. Call the Parks, Recreation and Forestry office at (605) 692-2708 for details.

2. A boulevard tree in front of my house has a large broken branch. Will the City remove it?

The City Forestry Department maintains all boulevard trees on a 5-7 year rotation, but will respond to calls on specific problems. Call (605) 692-2708 to let the department know.

3. An American elm in my yard looks sick. How can I find out if it has Dutch elm disease?

The City Forestry Department personnel will inspect and diagnose all suspected Dutch elm disease cases, even on private property, as part of the City's Dutch elm disease control program. Call (605) 692-2708 to let the department know.

4. Are woodchips available for use in my yard?

The Forestry Department stockpiles woodchips near their shop for the public to use in their yards. The woodchips are not clean and contain other debris from chipping trees, including leaves and different types of woods. The public is responsible for loading / unloading and transporting the chips they wish to use.