Chesterfield, Missouri named Sterling Tree City USA for 18th consecutive year
In order to receive the Tree City USA status, the City must meet four standards including having a tree board or department, tree care ordinance, a community forestry program with an annual budget of at least $2 per capita and an Arbor Day observance and proclamation. The Arbor Day observance and proclamation will take place at 11:00 am at the River’s Edge Park Grand Opening on Saturday, April 11.
The City also received the Tree City Growth Award for demonstrating environmental improvement and higher level tree care. The Tree City USA Program is sponsored by the Arbor Day Foundation in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service and National Association of State Foresters. Trees are vital to the public infrastructure of cities and towns, providing numerous environmental, social and economic benefits.