City Trees and Forestry Services

About the Division

Modesto’s Forestry Division takes care of the City’s extensive urban forest. This includes all of the City’s street and park trees, as well as the trees outside government buildings. Our staff are highly trained, and have had decades of experience in tree care. We are proud to have one of the highest ratios in California of ISA (International Society of Arboriculture) Certified Arborists. Many of our Arborists have additional ISA Certifications in specialized areas such as Tree Risk Assessment and Municipal Tree Care.

Forestry Division: A Day in the Life

In their own words, some of our Forestry staff have given a look into what they do for our urban forest here in the City of Modesto.

Summer Tree Limb Drop

We’re not the only ones feeling the effects of the summer heat! Trees in Modesto are prone to summer limb drop this time of year – but our crews are out every day taking care of those fallen branches and providing preventative measures to keep homes safe.

For more information on summer limb drop click this YouTube link