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Redmond presents tree‑canopy progress, 37.4% cover in 2023; city to expand plantings and launch first tree giveaway
Summary
Staff reported a steady, small canopy decline since 2019, outlined park and public‑land planting, a citywide tree‑health risk assessment and mitigation work, the Green Redmond Partnership volunteer program, and plans for a September tree giveaway; council asked for ongoing updates and requested public materials and timelines.
City staff and partner program leads updated Redmond City Council on June 24 about progress toward the city’s 2019 Tree Canopy Strategic Plan, reporting recent aerial analysis that shows canopy cover at 37.4% in 2023 (down from 38.1% in 2019) and describing multiple public‑land planting, volunteer and data efforts underway to reach long‑term goals.
Parks and Recreation staff said park operations have averaged roughly 531 planted trees per year from 2019–2024 and have an approved program of prioritized park plantings that can begin as early as fall 2025; staff also…
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