The Iowa Urban Tree Council (IUTC) is a volunteer council that works to advance the conservation and maintenance of urban forests throughout Iowa. The Council provides assistance and advice to the state urban and community forestry program, administered by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR). We work in partnership with all sectors to address local urban forestry issues by bringing together professionals, academics, government, industry, volunteers, and the general public.
Definition
Urban and Community Forestry has been defined by the Iowa Urban Tree Council (IUTC) as the planning, planting, and maintenance of trees and forest ecosystems within Iowa communities.
Mission Statement
Recognizing that trees and forest ecosystems are vital components of Iowa communities, the mission of the Iowa Urban Tree Council is to provide guidance, leadership, and assistance to public officials, professionals, volunteers, and organizations in implementing urban forestry solutions.
2024 Iowa Urban Tree Council Award Nominations - Deadline Feb. 21, 2024
2024 Iowa Tree Council Award Winners
Outstanding Professional
Lynn :Porter, Council Bluffs, Iowa
Outstanding Volunteer
Mary Jane Paez, Johnston, Iowa
Mike Bock, Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Outstanding Youth Program
Orchard Hill Elementary Students, Cedar Falls, Iowa
Outstanding Local Partner
Chevron REG Philanthropy Committee
Monarch Research Project
Outstanding Community Organization
Iowa City Area Rotary Clubs District 6000
Burlington Tree Advisory Board
2023 Iowa Tree Council Award Winners
Outstanding Volunteer
Robyn Clark-Bridges, Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Bill McCarthy, Cascade, Iowa
Ron Schulz, West Des Moines, Iowa
Outstanding Professional
Mike Cimprich, Marion, Iowa
Debra Stantic, New Albin, Iowa
Outstanding Civic Leader
Laura Roussell, Dubuque, Iowa
Outstanding Youth Program
Girl Scouts of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois
2022 Iowa Tree Council Award Winners
Outstanding Volunteer
Duane Kent, Aurelia, Iowa
John Uselding, Huxley, Iowa
Outstanding Professional
Charly Stevens, Page County, Iowa
Dave Nemitz, Denison, Iowa
Outstanding Council member
John Olds
Outstanding Local Partner
HNI Corporation, Muscatine, Iowa