Fiscal Note
The proposed resolution has no fiscal impact.
Title
Proclaiming the week of April 29 through May 5, 2018 as Arbor Week in the City of Madison.
Body
WHEAREAS, The City of Madison has been a Tree City USA for 29 years; and
WHEREAS, Trees properly placed around a building can save up to 25% on winter heating costs; and
WHEREAS, Trees in our neighborhoods increase property values; 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 of the City of Madison, Wisconsin, does hereby proclaim the week of April 29 thru May 5, 2018 as ARBOR WEEK in the City of Madison, and urges residents to celebrate and plant trees this week.