The Statesboro Tree Board was established on January 15, 1991. The Board consists of 9 members appointed by the Mayor and City Council to serve a staggered three (3) year term, with a maximum of two consecutive terms totaling six (6) years. These members are appointed with consideration for their personal expertise in all the areas of horticulture and preservation of our environment. The Board is responsible for hearing requests for variances for special use permits in the enforcement of the City of Statesboro Tree Ordinance.
Board Members
Pat Homer
Rose Bonner
Virginia Russell
Richard Smiley (City Liason)
Bob Townsend
Shawn Diddie - Chair
Zach VanOtteren
Walter Gibson
Jim Rakestraw
Jim Thibodeau