Fiscal Note
No fiscal impact.
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Proclaiming April 24, 2023 through April 28, 2023 as Arbor Week
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WHEREAS, the City of Madison has been a Tree City USA for 34 years; and
WHEREAS, trees moderate temperature; and
WHEREAS, stormwater management can be greatly 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 benefits 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 24 through April 28, 2023 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.