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Arbor Day Proclamation, Sponsors Council Members Brian O’Connor and Anil Pesaramelli
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DEPARTMENT: Parks & Recreation
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PRESENTER(S): Luke Bolinger, Director of Parks & Recreation
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
On behalf of the Tree Board and the Parks & Recreation Department, staff requests the Town Council proclaim April 25, 2026, as Arbor Day in the Town of Erie.
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BACKGROUND OF SUBJECT MATTER:
Arbor Day was originally started in Nebraska by J. Sterling Morton in 1872, whose vision helped transform a treeless plain into a landscape with millions of trees statewide. Other states soon followed with Arbor proclamations, and by the 1880’s schools were celebrating the event nationwide.
The Town of Erie plans to celebrate its 28th Arbor Day Celebration on April 25. Town staff and the Tree Board invite residents to share in the celebration which will be held from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Erie Community Park. Planned activities include tree planting, tree giveaways, activities for children, prizes, food trucks, and educational information.
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1. Proclamation