Shade Tree Commission

What We Do

• Evaluate and maintain trees in public rights-of-way and municipal properties
• Oversee the planting, pruning, and removal of trees to ensure public safety and long term growth
• Support tree-related education and outreach to promote sustainability and community pride
• Provide guidance to residents and developers on tree preservation and planting best practices
• Coordinate with local and state agencies on grants, arboriculture standards, and tree ordinances

Get Involved

Want to help grow Hawthorne’s green future?

• Volunteer for tree-planting events
• Celebrate Arbor Day with us each spring
• Learn how to plant the right tree in the right place

Tree Requests & Maintenance

Need to request a tree planting or report a damaged tree in the public right-of-way?

Please contact the Shade Tree Secretary, Maureen Cook:

Phone: 973-427-5555 x218        Email: Hawthorneshadetree@hawthornenj.org 

You may also submit an online request using our Tree Maintenance Request Form.

FOR EMERGENCIES - PLEASE DIAL 911 FOR DOWNED TREES AND/OR OVER WIRES OR ROAD.