Arbor Day Foundation Names Hills a 'Tree City'

For a second year, the has been recognized by the Arbor Day Foundation as a Tree City USA community, for its commitment to urban forestry.

In order to be named a Tree City USA community, the city was required to have a tree board or department, a tree preservation ordinance, a comprehensive community forestry program, and an Arbor Day observance and proclamation.

“Caring for the environment is a top priority in Farmington Hills,” said Mayor Jerry Ellis. “The trees in our community not only add beauty to our neighborhoods, but also provide environmental and health benefits to our residents.”

According to the Arbor Day Foundation, trees promote healthier communities by filtering the air and removing dust and particles. As a vital part of the city’s infrastructure, trees also help moderate the climate, provide a habitat for wildlife, and assist in reducing energy use.

The City of Farmington Hills will be dedicating trees at the City Hall campus in observance of Arbor Day on April 29, 2011.  For more information, contact Charmaine Kettler-Schmult in the Community Development Office at 248-871-2543. 

The Tree City USA program is sponsored by the Arbor Day Foundation in cooperation with the National Association of State Foresters and the USDA Forest Service.