Chapter 2: Steps to Start a Roadside Vegetation Program

Before developing a roadside program, it is important to assess the level of community interest and think about how you might structure the program within your county or city. Your program structure and goals can be inspired by conversations with officials and residents from your area, as well as with those who have already implemented successful programs. Once a program is approved, there are resources available for hiring and training staff, acquiring equipment, and implementing a program over the long term. This chapter discusses what to consider at the initial stages of a program.