Who maintains the trees within the public road right-of-way?

The city routinely trims trees on a four or five year cycle. Trimming is done for the health of the tree and to prevent hazardous conditions for pedestrians and vehicles. The city will remove a hazardous, diseased, or dead tree as necessary. Questions may be directed to the Department of Public Works by calling 262-473-0560.

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1. Is there a charge for trimming my tree which is within the public road right-of-way? If you cut it down, do I pay for it?
2. What can and can’t be flushed?
3. What are the compost site hours and rules?
4. I seem to be using a lot of water. What should I do?
5. My street light is burnt out or doesn't work properly. Who takes care of it?
6. Who maintains the trees within the public road right-of-way?
7. I have rusty water. What should I do?
8. I am moving out of the city. What should I do?
9. What type of wastes can be treated at the Wastewater Utility?
10. I have a question about my utility bill. Who should I contact?
11. Is my water safe to drink?
12. What is the proper way to install a sump pump?
13. Does the city plant terrace trees?
14. When is brush chipping?
15. What do I do when there is a sewer backup in my home?