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Southlake unveils 70th-anniversary brand and aims to plant 2,026 trees in 2026
Summary
City staff unveiled Southlake’s official 70th-anniversary brand and a year-long program anchored by a signature goal to plant 2,026 trees during 2026, with a public kickoff at the spring festival and donated starter saplings from Bartlett Tree Experts.
Mayor Sean McCaskill opened the Jan. 20 Southlake City Council meeting and introduced a staff presentation unveiling the city’s official branding and plans for its 70th anniversary. Barbara, a city staff member in the City Manager’s Office, outlined a year-long calendar of activities and a legacy initiative to leave a visible mark on the community.
Barbara said the anniversary identity will be used across signage, the web and social channels to tie together existing programs and events. “We’re launching one signature event to anchor the year, planting 2,026 trees during 2026,” she said, noting the first plantings are planned for Carroll Avenue and Main Street and that Bartlett Tree Experts donated initial saplings for residents to take home.
The presentation described how the anniversary will be woven into existing city programs — including Southlake City Spotlight, Parks and Recreation Month and the Home for the Holidays event — rather than creating a separate, competing calendar. Staff said the city will coordinate community planting days, involve volunteers, recognize donors and partner organizations, and provide opportunities for residents to take saplings for private planting.
Mayor McCaskill praised the plan and noted early interest from Carroll ISD for tree donations to campus sites. Staff said the city will maintain a centralized anniversary website and will share additional planting opportunities and logistics as plans are finalized.
The initiative is scheduled to begin with a public kickoff at the spring festival; staffing and materials for the signage and outreach were described as part of existing budgets and partnerships. The council did not vote on this item; staff said they will return with implementation details and volunteer coordination in coming weeks.
