I would avoid Maples due to the mess, diseases amd root structures. Dogwoods and Redbuds are understory trees so they prefer a bit of shade from bigger surrounding trees. Redbuds usually don't look nice in old age.

River Birch will send up suckers as far out as the roots go. Cedars will make a mess on anything that is below them.

Thanks Franknjim. What trees would you recommend for fall color (reds and oranges)? Thanks!

I think red and sugar maples are alright. They don't seem to reproduce too annoyingly where I'm at.

Riverbirch drops branches like crazy when mature - and the beautiful bark all but disappears. If you like the spread of it, it has advantages, but I regret the 3 that we planted once I saw some fully mature ones elsewhere --- where the kids are in charge of regularly picking up branches.