Город Норт-Порт завершил восстановление древесного покрова на бульваре Самтер после урагана «Иэн»

North Port completes tree canopy restoration on Sumter Boulevard SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - The city of North Port has completed a grant-funded project to restore tree canopy along Sumter Boulevard following damage from Hurricane Ian, city officials said. The work covered the Sumter Boulevard median and nearby sidewalk areas between Price Boulevard and Libby Avenue. North Port received $38,499.90 through the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services’ Urban and Community Forestry Hurricane Ian Recovery Grant Program. The program received funding support from the USDA Forest Service, according to the city. The project included site assessments and the planting of 85 new canopy trees. The city also installed tree supports and reclaimed watering systems, while crews conducted watering, mulching and monitoring during the project period. Manatee County hurricane recovery program considers changes Ian made landfall in Southwest Florida in September 2022, damaging mature trees across the region, the city said. North Port reported canopy damage along major corridors, including Sumter Boulevard. Officials said the new trees are expected to restore shade and provide stormwater, cooling and other environmental benefits as they mature. The project also is intended to improve the appearance of the roadway, which serves as a key entry corridor into the city. “We’re grateful to FDACS for making this restoration possible,” Development Services Director Alaina Ray said. “North Port remains committed to strengthening its urban forest, restoring storm-impacted areas and investing in long-term community resilience.” The city’s Natural Resources Division led the project under the Development Services Department. The Public Works Department and Grants Division also supported the work. Copyright 2026 WWSB. All rights reserved.