This task force is no longer active.
The content below is from the time when it was an active County committee. Grand Trees of Chatham is now a non-profit. Visit their website at- https://grandtreesofchatham.org/

MISSION
The mission of Grand Trees of Chatham is to increase public understanding and appreciation of Chatham County's valuable and irreplaceable trees. This mission will be accomplished through two components:

• Grand Trees of Chatham Awards Program: A tree recognition component that seeks to identify and award outstanding Chatham trees. Trees are nominated by Chatham citizens with the approval of the tree's owner.
• Public Education Program:  An education component which seeks to educate Chatham citizens on the value and care of trees through workshops, public events, and community outreach. Contact us at the e-mail below or visit our Facebook page to find out about upcoming events.

MEMBERS: The Grand Trees of Chatham is administered by a volunteer committee with members appointed by the County Manager.  Current members are:

• Phil Cox
• J.C. Garbutt
• Sharon Garbutt
• Louise Hobbs 
• Paul Horne
• Connie McAdams
• Gary Simpson
• Margaret Tiano
• Andy Upshaw 
• Dean Westman
• Rouse Wilson

MEETINGS:  Board meetings are typically held on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 6:30pm in the conference room at the Chatham County Agricultural and Conference Center in Pittsboro. Meetings are subject to change, so if you are interested in attending a meeting it is best to confirm the date/time/location by sending an e-mail to grandtreesofchatham@gmail.com

CONTACT:  grandtreesofchatham@gmail.com