Tree Board
The Tree Board is responsible for the planting of trees in town parks and on town property and rights of way. It also is responsible for contributing to requirements for tree plantings in private development.
All meetings are open to the public.
For more information, contact Public Space and Sustainability Manager Stephanie Trueblood by email or by phone at 919-296-9481.
Bee City USA
The national nonprofit Bee City USA organization has recognized Hillsborough's work to reverse pollinator declines. Tree Board members serve as liaisons to the Bee City USA organization and as committee members for the program. For more information, see the Bee City USA page on this website.
Invasive species removal
The Tree Board supports a program to remove invasive plants with year-round volunteer opportunities. To volunteer or receive more information, contact the Public Space and Sustainability Division by email or by calling 919-296-9600.
Treasure Trees
The Treasure Trees program creates awareness of and gives recognition to the preservation of significant trees in the Hillsborough area. A significant tree may be on public or private land and can be recognized for its historic value; beauty; value to wildlife; or exceptional size, age, shape or color.
- View a map for a self-guided walk of Hillsborough's treasure trees.
- Trees can be nominated using the online form.
Tree City USA
The town has been a part of the Arbor Day Foundation's Tree City USA program for more than 20 years. To qualify for the program, the town is required to have:
- A tree board or department.
- A tree care ordinance.
- A community forestry program with an annual budget of at least $2 per capita.
- An annual Arbor Day observance and proclamation.
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Sharon Billings
- Term expires July 30, 2024
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Bridget Booher
- Term expires Feb. 28, 2025
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Thomas Darling
- Term expires Oct. 16, 2026
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Mixon Nelson
- Term expires Feb. 28, 2025
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Linda Paynter — Chair
- Term expires July 30, 2024
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Jon Simpson
- Term expires Sept. 30, 2026
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Gregory Yavelak
- Term expires March 30, 2027
105 E. Corbin St
Agendas, meeting documents and minutes of the elected and appointed boards are available through the town's online portal.
The Town of Hillsborough does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its services, programs, or activities. See the Americans with Disabilities Act Policy webpage for more information.