Elk Grove Village Named 2019 Tree City USA

Elk Grove Village has been named a 2019 Tree City USA community by the Arbor Day Foundation.

Since 2016, Elk Grove Village has planted approximately 2,600 trees throughout the community, and an additional 1,500 trees will be planted over the next three years. This is the 35th consecutive year that Elk Grove Village has received the Tree City USA designation. Over the years, the Village has continually demonstrated an exceptional commitment to maintaining a robust urban forest, which has contributed to environmental health as well as the aesthetic pride of the community.

Elk Grove Village recognizes that a vibrant tree canopy population contributes to both the environmental health and the aesthetic pride of the community. The Village has been proactive in maintaining a diverse stock of replacement trees. This planning has allowed the Village to plant larger, more mature trees, measuring 4" in diameter and typically 6-7 feet in height.

The Tree City USA program recognizes excellence in urban forestry management and environmental improvement. A city only achieves this designation if they have a tree board or department, establishes a community tree ordinance, spends at least $2 per capita on urban forestry, and celebrates Arbor Day.