Mequon Parks and Forestry Program Update

Mike Gies serves the City of Mequon as the Parks and Forestry Superintendent. In his position, his responsibilities include overseeing all aspects of the City parks, the City nursery, maintaining the urban forest in Mequon, reviewing proposed street tree plans in the road right-of-way, and coordinating Parks Division employees and rentals.  

Mr. Gies provides community education and guidance for the community on all components of parks, arboriculture, and landscape. Additionally, Mr. Gies is the staff liaison for the River Advisory Committee, Tree Board, and Parks and Open Space Board.  Mr. Gies holds an Associate Degrees in Arboriculture and Landscape Design, as well as being a certified Arborist in the State of Wisconsin since 2006.