Planning and landscape staff presented a proclamation honoring Arbor Day and outlined Southlake’s ongoing urban‑forest work, including a proposed 2026 tree‑planting initiative tied to the city’s 70th anniversary.

Planning & Development Services Director Dennis Killough said maintaining Tree City USA designation requires observance of Arbor Day. Landscape Administrator Keith Martin, a certified forester, described the city’s tree‑planting and landscape maintenance programs and staff thanked crews and volunteers for supporting tree preservation efforts.

Mayor Sean McCaskill announced an initiative to plant 2,026 trees in 2026 to commemorate Southlake’s 70th year (Southlake was founded in 1956). Staff said new plantings will be targeted to public open space, school grounds and, where appropriate, private property and that more details will be shared in the new year.

The council accepted the proclamation; no formal vote was recorded. Staff will keep the council and public informed as implementation and specific planting sites are developed.