Urban Forestry
The urban forest plays an important role in Stow's landscape. The City of Stow Urban Forestry Department is responsible for the planting, maintenance, and removal of all trees in the City right-of-way as well as the review, approval, and inspection of vegetative plantings and trees at new commercial, industrial and multifamily sites as required by City Council.
Stow Tree Management Plan 2025
Brush Drop-Off Schedule
The City Brush Drop off is located behind 5080 Stow Road. For information and hours of operation, view the Brush Drop Off page.
Tree City USA
Recognizing green communities across America since 1976.
Stow has been named a Tree City USA Community by the National Arbor Day Foundation for our support and achievements in protecting trees and woodlands. It is the 44th year Stow has received this national recognition!
Urban Forestry Commission
The Urban Forestry Commission is comprised of Stow resident volunteers who are appointed for 5-year terms by the Mayor and confirmed by Council. Their purpose is outlined in the mission statement.
Mission Statement
To provide the citizens of Stow with environmental, economic, aesthetic, and social benefits of an actively managed sustainable urban forest by employing best management practices.
2026 City of Stow Big Tree Contest
Do you think you have the biggest Maple Tree in Stow?
The City of Stow is pleased to announce the 2026 Big Tree Contest, hosted by the Urban Forestry Commission and recognizing outstanding maple trees in our community. Fill out the nomination form and submit it before September 30, 2026. Only Maple species are eligible. City-owned or public trees are not permitted.
Qualified personnel will verify all nominated trees by using a DBH measurement, and the tree submitted has to be a maple tree; no other tree types will be considered. By submitting your nomination, you are allowing an Urban Forestry commission member access to your property to confirm the measurements of the tree.
Stow’s Biggest Tree will be recognized on social media, website, and e-newsletter.
The top three winners will receive gift cards: $100 for first place, $75 for second, and $50 for third. Thank you to everyone who participates and helps celebrate Stow’s urban forest.