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Glendale Heights highlights urban forestry gains, plans 325 new trees and sets Unity Day for Aug. 9
Summary
City staff reported 8,376 village trees in 2025, 459 planted and 560 trimmed; a Trees Forever grant and awards (Tree City USA 29th year, Tree City Growth Award) supported planting. Separately, the board set Unity Day for Aug. 9 as the conclusion to a weekend of cultural events and sought volunteers.
Glendale Heights staff presented an urban forestry update at the April 16 meeting, reporting the village inventory and planting strategy and announcing recognition for its tree programs.
Urban forestry update: Staff said the village has 8,376 trees across public properties representing 118 species. In 2025 the village planted 459 trees and trimmed over 560; in 2026 staff aim to add 325 new trees and…
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