50/50 Tree Assistance Program

The Dodgeville Tree Board's Urban Forestry Plan inventoried the trees in the City and identified significant gaps.  It then established a goal of 500 new trees to be planted in the City to enhance the appearance and quality of life of the community.  It has introduced several programs and seeks various public-private partnerships to reach this goal. 

Working closely with the Parks department, the plan established the 50/50 Tree Assistance Program so that homeowners can receive financial incentives for planting trees on their own property.  It is hoped that individuals or families will find tree planting more feasible by taking advantage of this program. 

Program Guidelines

• Trees must be planted in the front yard.
• Trees must be planted within the City limits.
• Tress are purchased and planted by the City.
• The homeowner is responsible for tree care and maintenance.
• Trees will be planted in Spring or Fall and are guaranteed for 1 year of survival
• The Tree Board shall approve tree species and placement.
• Tree species must be selected from the following list:
  • Red Pointe Maple
  • Burgundy Belle Maple
  • Swamp White Oak
  • River Birch
  • Royal Rain Drop Crab
  • Autumn Blaze Pear
  • Honeylocust
  • Serviceberry
  • Linden
  • Black Hills Spruce

50/50 Cost Share

There is a limit of two trees per household.  The cost share is:

• $225 max for one tree
• $450 max for two trees - this equates to buy one get one free

The 50/50 program is limited each year.  Trees are awarded on a first come, first serve basis.

REMEMBER!  THE BEST TIME TO BUY A TREE WAS 20 YEARS AGO.  THE NEXT BEST TIME IS NOW!