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Alliance reports 5,300 native trees distributed this season; group pushes downzoning advocacy and local partnerships

Wilmington Tree Commission · March 25, 2026
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Isabelle Shepard of the Alliance for Capefare Trees told commissioners the group distributed 5,300 native trees (27 species), trained 26 stewards, logged 1,358 volunteer hours and will focus advocacy on downzoning resolutions and local outreach rather than a statewide campaign.

Isabelle Shepard of the Alliance for Capefare Trees briefed the commission on a busy planting season and the group's advocacy plans. Shepard said the alliance distributed 5,300 native trees this season across 27 species, trained 26 tree stewards, planted 300 trees directly (including street trees and school plantings) and logged 1,358 volunteer hours.

Shepard described partnerships with the city…

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