Fiscal Note
No Fiscal Impact.
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Proclaiming April 21, 2025 through April 25, 2025 as Arbor Week
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WHEREAS, the City of Madison has been recognized by the Arbor Day Foundation as a Tree City USA for the past 35 years; and
WHEREAS, trees moderate temperature; and
WHEREAS, stormwater management is improved by promoting tree canopy cover in communities; and
WHEREAS, residents living in greener neighborhoods are healthier; and
WHEREAS, planting trees provides an opportunity for community involvement and empowerment that improves the quality of life in our neighborhoods; and
WHEREAS, the continued planting and care of trees in our city shall provide the same benefit for the present and future residents of Madison;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and the Common Council of the City of Madison, Wisconsin, does hereby proclaim the week of April 21 through April 25, 2025 as ARBOR WEEK in the City of Madison, and urges residents to celebrate and plant trees this week for the well-being of present and future generations.