Miami’s Canopy Conversation

This week, tree care took center stage in Miami with a great reminder of how local policy decisions shape our industry nationwide.

City leaders there are considering the creation of a Tree Ordinance Advisory Committee, a resident panel that would help guide decisions on tree preservation, canopy protection, and urban forestry policy. [miamitodaynews.com]

The proposal comes after months of public debate over how to balance rapid development with protecting and expanding the city’s tree canopy. Miami currently sits around 20% canopy coverage, below its long-term goal of 30%, with some neighborhoods even further behind.

What’s happening in Miami is part of a broader trend. Across the country, communities are taking a closer look at how trees fit into growth, infrastructure, and quality of life. More and more, these conversations are happening not just among arborists, but in public meetings, planning boards, and city halls.

Another example of why our industry’s voice is needed. Decisions about tree preservation, permitting, and canopy goals directly affect how our members operate and how communities view and value professional tree care.

In Detroit, More Triples Mean More Trees

The Detroit Tigers and The Davey Tree Expert Company are continuing their “Triples for Trees” partnership, a program that turns on-field performance into real-world impact. For every triple by a Tigers player during the season, three trees are planted across the Detroit region, with a commitment to plant at least 100 trees.

The trees are planted in partnership with local organizations like The Greening of Detroit, helping support broader efforts to expand canopy coverage and improve environmental conditions in neighborhoods across the city.

Just this week, volunteers from Davey and partner groups were out planting trees as part of the initiative, continuing that connection between the game on the field and visible impact in the community.

What makes this program stand out is how simple and effective it is: more triples = more trees. It connects something people already pay attention to with something communities increasingly depend on; urban canopy and green infrastructure.

Programs like this raise awareness and build support outside traditional policy channels, meeting people where they are and showing the value of tree care in a tangible, relatable way. Not a bad way to turn a triple into something much longer lasting.

It’s encouraging to see the many ways our industry shows up, whether through policy conversations or creative partnerships like this one. Thanks for staying engaged and informed, and wishing everyone a great weekend ahead.