Every year the Urban Forestry Awards luncheon recognizes cities, college campuses and utilities that demonstrate a variety of dedication to the importance of trees in their respective communities. Awards will be presented April 3rd at the FFA Enrichment Center in Ankeny, on behalf of the Arbor Day Foundation and the Iowa Department of Natural Resources.
The Tree City USA Award will be going to Clarksville, Greene, Grundy Center, Hampton, and Mason City in the broadcast area. To qualify for this award, a city must have either a city forester or an active city tree board, have a tree ordinance, spend at least $2 per capita each year for its community forestry program, and have a tree planting and maintenance plan.
The Tree City USA Growth Award will be presented to Grundy Center, Hampton and Mason City. To qualify for this award, cities must provide education and public relations, partnerships, planning and management, and tree planting and maintenance in their community.
