Peachtree Corners was among 34 cities in Georgia recently recognized as one of the state’s “Tree City USA” communities for its commitment to caring for and managing its public trees. Residents Lorrie Backer and Hilary Wilson represented the city during the event on Feb. 15. This is the city’s third year in a row to receive the designation.
Tree City USA provides the framework for community forestry management for cities and towns across America that meet requirements including the establishment of a tree board or department, establishment of a community tree ordinance, meeting specific spending levels for urban forestry, and planning an Arbor Day Celebration.
There are 150 Tree City USAs in Georgia and nationwide there are more than 3,400 Tree City USA communities. Georgia Forestry Commission information: www.GaTrees.org. Arbor Day Foundation information: www.arborday.org.
This year the Peachtree Corners will celebrate Arbor Day on April 27 at Pinckneyville Middle School during an after-school event.
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