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Mayor Cathy Hayman proclaims April 24, 2026, as Arbor Day in Marysville
Summary
Mayor Cathy Hayman read a proclamation at the April 27 council meeting declaring April 24, 2026, Arbor Day in Marysville and urged residents to plant and protect trees for environmental and community benefits.
Mayor Cathy Hayman declared April 24, 2026, Arbor Day in the City of Marysville during the council’s April 27 meeting, reading an official proclamation in the Joseph S Johns Council chambers.
Hayman read the proclamation noting Arbor Day’s origin in 1872 with J. Sterling Morton and citing the holiday’s role in tree planting and conservation. "I, Cathy Hayman, by virtue of the authority vested in me as mayor of the City Of Marysville, will do hereby proclaim 04/24/2026 as Arbor Day in the city of Marysville," she said.
The proclamation highlighted benefits trees bring to communities—including improvements to water quality, reductions in air and noise pollution, and habitat for wildlife—and called on citizens to support tree‑planting and protection efforts. During a brief follow‑up, a participant identified as Quain said the city has observed Arbor Day for about 24 years and described participating in a recent tree planting with a local “green initiative” class.
No formal council action or vote was recorded in the provided portion of the transcript; the proclamation was entered and the mayor encouraged residents to support ongoing tree‑planting efforts.
