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High Point earns 21st Tree City USA designation; city schedules Arbor Day tree giveaway
Summary
High Point received its 21st Tree City USA designation after meeting the program's four requirements. City officials and staff described recent and planned tree-planting projects, a memorial tree program and a complimentary tree giveaway for residents.
High Point announced it has received its 21st Tree City USA designation and will hold a city tree giveaway on March 22.
Amy McBride, senior planner in the Planning and Development Department, told the City Council that High Point met the four Tree City USA requirements: a tree board, a public tree ordinance, a community forestry program with annual per‑capita expenditures of at least $2, and an Arbor Day observance and proclamation. “This recognition…
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