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Well, what does that mean? Here are the 4 requirements that need to be met before a town, city or municipality can apply for Tree City USA designation:
They must establish A Tree Board or Department and establish who will be taking care of the trees
There must be a Tree Care Ordinance in place. Essentially, there needs to be a tree plan in conjunction with the Tree Board that plans for care. maintenance and planting.
A Community Program with a solid annual budget. The Arbor Day Foundation, likes applicants to have a budget of at least $2 per capita, to make sure towns will continue to be dedicated to the trees.