Every homeowner who has had a citrus tree removed as part of the citrus canker eradication effort is eligible for a $100 Shade Florida voucher. The voucher can be redeemed at Walmart garden centers for trees, plants, shrubs, sod and other garden related items. The program began in 1998 to assist homeowners restore some foliage to their neighborhoods. Vouchers that have been issued in calendar year 2003 are set to expire on Dec. 31, 2003. Homeowners who have not redeemed their vouchers or have only used part of the $100 are urged to use the cards as soon as possible. Once the vouchers expire, they can no longer be redeemed. Homeowners who have their trees removed after November 11 will be put on a list to receive a voucher in January 2004 so they have more time to redeem them.
In addition to the Shade Florida voucher, property owners who have had more than one citrus tree removed are also eligible for cash payments of $55 per tree, after the first tree. The deadline for the Shade Florida voucher does not impact the Tree Payment Program.
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