The boulevard (grass area between the sidewalk and road curb) is public property. Only the city can plant trees although you have grass cutting and weed control responsibilities for the boulevard abutting your property.
Along many stretches of our inner roads mature trees line the roads and sidewalks. They provide shade to the pedestrian and parked vehicle. Their leaves provide fall exercise before our winter hibernation. They break strong winds.
These public trees enhance our neighbourhood attractiveness and its natural environment.
Many of the plantings resulted from resident requests.
However, there are many stretches where there are few such trees. Filling in the gaps will be a neighbourhood improvement with benefit to all.
What do you think of a homeowners association campaign to fill in these public spaces with trees?
Come visit us at toronto.ca/council
10 years ago
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Our neighbour arranged for the city to plant 1 tree/property when the homes were built. They are mature now and add class to the community; why not add more?
Similarly, the new entrance to Henry Farms creates pride and community and I'd like to see something similar on Shaunessy/Sheppard or one of the streets off Leslie.
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