The Tree Warden Scheme is a national network that enables people to play an active role in conserving and enhancing trees and woodlands in their local area.  The scheme was founded by the Tree Council and is co-ordinated by them in partnership with Local Authorities.

Brentwood has been part of the current scheme since it was launched in 1990, and currently has eight active member’s in various locations around the Borough, but it would be the intention of the Tree Officer to raise this to two per ward where possible.

The wardens are the ‘eyes and ears’ of the community in relation to trees, hedgerows and our woodlands, and report back issues locally that may otherwise be unnoticed by Council Officers.

It is important that the scheme is continually promoted in order to attract new volunteers, especially young people, who are the next generation that will manage and retain our environment in the future.

During the debate Cllr Hones, expressed her personal thanks to Mr Marsh, Arboricultural Assistant for the time spent with Parish Councillors and Residents of Ingatestone explaining the Tree Warden Scheme.

A motion was MOVED by Cllr Lloyd and SECONDED by Cllr Sapwell to receive the recommendation set out in the report.

RESOLVED UNANIMOUSLY to:

2.1       To agree that Officer develop a promotional campaign to further       develop the National Tree Warden scheme across the Borough.