Scarsdale Named a 2015 Tree City USA

For the 33rd consecutive year, Scarsdale has been named a Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation in honor of the Village's commitment to effective urban forest management.

The Tree City USA program is sponsored by the Arbor Day Foundation in partnership with the US Forest Service and the National Association of State Foresters.

Scarsdale achieved Tree City USA recognition by meeting the program's four requirements: a tree board or department, a tree-care ordinance, an annual community forestry budget or at least $2 per capita and an Arbor Day observance and proclamation.

"Tree City USA communities see the impact an urban forest has in a community first hand," said Dan Lambe, President of the Arbor Day Foundation. "Additionally, recognition brings residents together and creates a sense of community pride, whether it's through volunteer engagement or public education."

When properly planted, trees provide multiple benefits including visual appeal, reduced home cooling costs, reduced pollution, increased wildlife and water management. For more information about the program, click here.