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Presentation of Proclamation Proclaiming April 4, 2026, as Arbor Day in Lodi (PRCS)
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MEETING DATE:
April 1, 2026
PREPARED BY:
Patricia Moreno, Administrative Assistant
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RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Mayor Yepez will present a proclamation proclaiming April 4, 2026 as Arbor Day in the City of Lodi.
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BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
The nation’s first Arbor Day was in Nebraska on April 10, 1872, after Julius Sterling Morton proposed a tree-planting holiday at a meeting of the Nebraska Board of Agriculture. It was estimated that more than 1 million trees were planted in Nebraska on the first Arbor Day. Arbor Day has now spread beyond the United States and is observed in many countries around the world.
Lodi has been designated as a Tree City USA for 23 consecutive years. This designation provides the city preference over other communities for tree or forestry program grant money and confirms Lodi is a city that cares for its trees. The celebration of Arbor Day provides an opportunity to learn about trees and take positive action to make our schools, our city and the world we live in a better place.
This year’s Arbor Day event will be held on Saturday, April 4, 2026 starting at 9:00 AM at Legion Park, 835 S. Hutchins St. This year’s celebration will be facilitated by City of Lodi staff and Tree Lodi, with support from local partners including Lodi Arts Commission, Lodi Unified School District, West Coast Arborists, A&W, Hollywood Café, Cal Fire, Kona Ice, Omega Nu Lodi, Blue Shield Ca, CSU Stanislaus, Master Gardeners, Girl Scouts USA, Boy Scouts of America, Humanitarian Club, and RJQ Landscape & Design.
This year, Tree Lodi celebrates their 23rd anniversary. The City appreciates their devotion and would not be able to care for Lodi’s healthy urban forest without their support.
FISCAL IMPACT:
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FUNDING AVAILABLE:
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