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Canal Winchester named a Tree City USA
The nonprofit Arbor Day Foundation has recognized Canal Winchester as a Tree City USA community for its commitment to urban forestry.
It is the 17th year Canal Winchester has earned this national designation.
The Tree City USA program is sponsored by the Arbor Day Foundation in cooperation with the National Association of State Foresters and the USDA Forest Service.
Canal Winchester met the four standards to become a Tree City USA community, which include: a tree board or department, a tree care ordinance, a comprehensive community forestry program, and an Arbor Day observance and proclamation.
Communities that earn Tree City USA recognition know that trees:
•Promote healthier communities by filtering the air we breathe by removing dust and other particles.
•Moderate climate, conserve water and provide vital habitat for wildlife.
•Reduce the heat island effect in urban areas caused by pavement and buildings.
•Increase property values and reduce energy use and add beauty to our homes and neighborhoods.
Information about Tree City USA can be found at www.arborday.org/TreeCityUSA.
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