Tree Task Force

The City is beginning its much anticipated effort to update our tree regulations. The project will be led by a consultant and will include the formation of an ad hoc Tree Task Force charged with reviewing work products and providing input to the City project team in accordance with the following objectives:

• The proposed amendments to the City’s tree regulations shall align with the general scope and intent of code changes identified in the 2024 Urban and Community Forestry Plan.
• The recommendations shall focus on enhancing the long-term sustainability of Lake Oswego’s urban forest by incorporating best management practices in urban forestry, while also ensuring regulatory efficiency, clarity and effectiveness.
• All recommended amendments shall comply with state law.

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Meeting Information

The Task Force is anticipated to meet approximately six times over the course of the project. Meetings will be held virtually and are expected to run about 2 hours.

Eligibility & Membership

The Tree Task Force is an ad hoc (temporary) group, selected by the Mayor and appointed by the City Council.  Members will serve terms from June 3, 2025 through April 1, 2026, unless the work of the Task Force is concluded earlier or the term is extended by resolution of the City Council.

The Task Force’s membership shall consist of not more than 12 community members, and shall include at least one representative from each of the following groups:

• The Development Review Commission
• The Parks, Recreation & Natural Resources Advisory Board
• The Sustainability Advisory Board
• The Neighborhood Chairs Committee
• Local certified arborist, with preference for a TRAQ-certified arborist
• Local home building professional, such as a builder, developer, home designer or architect with experience applying Lake Oswego’s tree and development regulations
• Community members with knowledge and experience with the city’s tree permitting process and/or experience in tree management, natural resources, or sustainability