City of Raleigh, NC
04/14/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/14/2026 07:26
This Is What I Do! Maintain Raleigh's Tree Canopy
There are thousands of employees that keep the City running each day. The video series, "This Is What I Do," highlights some of our unsung heroes and the work they're proud to be doing.
Our latest episode features Zach Manor, the City's Urban Forester. He maintains Raleigh's tree canopy by planting, pruning, and removing unhealthy or poorly located trees throughout the City.
One of the many things Zach loves about his job is that his work provides opportunities for people to connect with nature. Residents can enjoy the shade of beautiful trees at our parks, along greenways, and in public spaces throughout the City. Watch the video to learn more!
This is What I Do! Maintain Raleigh's Tree Canopy
Meet Zach Manor - Raleigh's Urban Forester. He does it all, from tree planting and pruning, to removal of unhealthy and poorly located trees. His goal is to provide a healthy urban forest for all of us to enjoy.
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We also invite you to listen to a quick podcast episode featuring Zach. You'll learn more about the trees in Raleigh, and how his team works to maintain our status as the "City of Oaks." He also shares details about a new program called Leaf Out aimed at safeguarding existing trees and planting 24,000 new trees by 2032.
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