Parks are loved because of their proximity to nature. Offering a wide range of activities, including simple walks or more active volleyball courts, they are a staple in any community and deserve to be preserved for as long as possible. They are essential green spaces in an otherwise busy and machine fueled area, and offer a much needed escape from the noises and smells of what we have known to become the city. Unfortunately, despite being a viridian oasis, parks are still surrounded by roads and buildings that do little to help the greenery flourish, leading to a potential slew of problems that need to be addressed.
With life, there comes death and decay, and trees, despite their long lives, are not immune to the diseases of time. In conjunction with air pollution and other human waste, trees and wildlife are in constant danger of welcoming a shorter lifespan. This sad reality should be enough to make most people care, but if it is not, decaying and dead trees present unique hazards for the human visitors as well. A tree in poor health can easily collapse or shed large branches during storms or simply even strong winds, posing a threat to any unfortunate person passing by underneath. They can also destroy powerlines and block trails, meaning spending more money to not only clear the debris, but also repair any damages caused.
Hazard tree removal can mitigate theses risks by removing diseased or decaying trees before it reaches this point. In pursuing these services, parks can help maintain the integrity of the surrounding ecosystem and infrastructure. Decaying trees are hotspots for diseases and unwanted pests that can further damage the park and surrounding local environment, even threatening surrounding trees with disease, further increasing the cost to clean up. Implementing a proactive approach such as hazard tree removal services helps ensure the park and area are the pristine and healthy green space it was always meant to be.
Polk County, Iowa is seeking contractors to provide hazard tree removal services in Polk County Parks. If interested in this opportunity, click here for more information. The bid closes December 2, 2024