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Westminster approves resolution to plant a single Liberty Tree at City Hall to mark U.S. 250th anniversary
Summary
The council adopted a resolution commemorating the United States' 250th anniversary and approved planting one South Magnolia (a "Liberty Tree") at City Hall with a plaque noting the anniversary; staff will select the precise planting location and plaque wording.
The Westminster City Council unanimously adopted a resolution on March 25 to commemorate the United States’ 250th anniversary and to plant a designated "Liberty Tree" in the city. Councilmember Fan West brought the item and proposed planting a South Magnolia. Council discussion focused on whether to plant one or two trees and where they should be located; members generally favored a single tree at the Civic Center (City Hall) so it can be part of civic events.
Staff said the species is suitable for the region and that staff will advise on an exact site that avoids interference with event space. The council asked that the plaque wording be limited to a commemoration of the 250th anniversary and the planting date; any additional inscription would return for council direction. The motion to adopt the resolution and plant one South Magnolia at City Hall with a plaque carried 4–0.
Next steps: Parks staff will schedule the planting and prepare a plaque inscription for council review. The tree will be maintained under normal park/tree maintenance protocols.
