FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 30, 2025
Tree Work on Downtown Mall Scheduled to Begin January 5, 2026
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – The City of Charlottesville Parks and Recreation Department will be performing yearly tree pruning maintenance on the Downtown Mall beginning Monday, January 5, 2026 at 8:00 AM.
The time frame for tree work is expected to be 5-10 days within a two-week window to allow for inclement weather. Maintenance will include structural pruning and removal of dead branches from all canopy trees along the length of the mall.
Tree work will closely resemble operations performed in January 2024 and January 2025. Pedestrian foot traffic may be slowed in certain areas and walkers are encouraged to remain alert and use caution when approaching work zones. Restaurant operators are responsible for moving café space enclosures, furniture, and other belongings off-site or out of the way to ensure crews have clear access to the trees.
Media Contact:
Steve Gaines
Urban Forester
Charlottesville Parks and Recreation
(434) 989-9110
gainess@charlottesville.gov