Mission Statement

The Tree Lovers Collective was started in 2023 by a group of tree enthusiasts in the Greater Media area. The group is examining data and laws surrounding our trees, to ensure that the trees are well-represented in human decisions.

Here’s a link to the interactive map which is depicted above.

The group seeks to pursue three primary goals:
(S) Save the trees that already exist.
(A) Advocate for the trees in our community.
(P) Plant new trees to increase our canopy.

The S.A.P. acronym captures the spirit and intent of the group, which uses data-driven information to educate and inform decision makers. The group is also advocating for laws to protect heritage trees and incorporate a stronger consideration of trees when land development is taking place.

The group coordinates closely with the Tree Tenders Initiative and with the Media Borough Shade Tree Commission and Public Works Department.

In the spring of 2025, Media Borough hired a new arborist to assist the Shade Tree Commission. Mike Dunn is also Associate Director of Urban Forestry at the Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania.

Mike’s  focus is on tree risk assessment, preservation planning during land development, tree inventory, and sustainable municipal forestry management. His career has been dedicated to enhancing green infrastructure, promoting ecological resilience, and ensuring the health of urban tree canopies.

If you live in Media Borough, you can have trees on your property assessed by the Borough’s Arborist. Before making any decisions about tree removal, we invite you to complete this form to arrange an appointment with Mike Dunn. If you have any questions regarding a tree on your property, please don’t hesitate to reach out. This is an excellent opportunity to have a knowledgeable and impartial specialist reviewing the health of your trees and providing recommendations for optimal tree health.