From staff reports
Oil City was named a 2023 Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation to honor its commitment to effective urban forest management.
The community also received a Tree City USA Growth Award for demonstrating environmental improvement and an outstanding level of tree care, according to a press release from the Arbor Day Foundation.
Oil City achieved Tree City USA recognition by meeting the program’s four requirements. They include maintaining a tree board or department; having a tree care ordinance; dedicating an annual community forestry budget of at least $2 per capita; and hosting an Arbor Day observance and proclamation, the press release said.
“Tree City USA communities see the positive effects of urban forest first-hand,” said Dan Lambe, chief executive of the Arbor Day Foundation. “The trees being planted and cared for by Oil City are ensuring that generations to come will enjoy a better quality of life.”
The press release concluded by saying “If ever there was a time for trees, now is that time. Communities worldwide are facing issues with air quality, water resources, personal health and well-being, energy use and extreme heat and flooding. Oil City is doing its part to address these challenges for residents both now and in the future.”
