Swissvale Shade Tree Advisory Committee (SSTAC)

Shaded Tree

Request a Tree

Tree Request Form

Meetings

  • 7 pm
  • 2nd Wednesday of every month
  • Via Zoom

Mission

Trees in public spaces are a resource which provides great benefit to people, wildlife, and the ecosystem. The mission of the Shade Tree Committee is to ensure that trees within the Borough of Swissvale are planted, maintained, and fostered with due regard for public safety, economy, education, and enjoyment.

Email the Shade Tree Committee

Agendas & Minutes

Minutes are available following approval.

View Most Recent Minutes

Members (5 Year Terms)

  • Mike Takas
    Term expires: January 1, 2023
  • Kurt Summersgill
    Term expires: January 1, 2023
  • Gilbert Miller
    Term expires: January 1, 2024
  • Julie Ann Mountain
    Term expires: January 1, 2024
  • Cynthia Pagesh
    Term expires: January 1, 2026


Helpful Documents

  1. 2022 Tree Request Form (PDF)
  2. Avoiding Tree Damage (PDF)
  3. Borough of Swissvale Shade Tree Committee Ordinance (PDF)
  4. Pruning Mature Trees (PDF)
  5. Recognizing Tree Risk (PDF)
  6. Take our Survey (PDF)