Right-Of-Way Management

The mission of this program is to provide for the safety, comfort, and convenience of the public by managing activities that support roadside vegetation management and beautification in a cost effective manner.  

The 2012 Adopt-A-Tree selection was the large-flowered silverbell. The application period closed on January 31, 2012. Each year the application period opens on the first of December with a new species offered. The trees are planted during February each year.

Summary of Key Service Functions

1. Maintenance of 606 miles of county roadsides.

2. Development and implementation of the Canopy Roads Management Plan.

3. Review of tree removal requests and the pruning and removal of high risk trees and invasive exotic plants

4. Assist with project implementation of the Leon County Tree Bank.

5. Litter control and roadside mowing to enhance the functionality, safety, and effectiveness of the roadside environment for vehicular and pedestrian traffic.

6. Maintenance of the clear recovery zone along county roadways wherever feasible.

7. The mowing of stormwater management areas.

8. Administration of the Adopt-A-Tree program.

9. Coordinating and support and annual Arbor Day celebration.