Lindenhurst Receives Tree City USA Nod

Lindenhurst Village - known for its tree-lined streets - has been named once again a Tree City USA community for its commitment to urban forestry.

“We’re pleased and honored to be given this designation from the Arbor Day Foundation for the 28th year,” Mayor Tom Brennan said.

The honor is given out annually by the Arbor Day Foundation, which is the nation’s largest non-profit organization dedicated to planting trees. The Tree City USA program is sponsored by the Foundation in cooperation with the National Association of State Foresters and the USDA Forest Service.

The is one of 99 Tree Cities in New York, and one of hundreds across the United States.

“We all benefit when communities like Lindenhurst place a high priority on planting and caring for trees, one of our nation’s most beautiful resources,” said John Rosenow, chief executive and founder of the Arbor Day Foundation.

“Trees shade our homes and add beauty to our neighborhoods, and they also provide many environmental, economic and social benefits. We applaud Lindenhurst’s elected officials, volunteers and citizens for providing vital care for its urban forest,” Rosenow added.

In order to receive the honor, has met the four standards to become a Tree City USA community:

• Having a tree board or department.
• Having a tree-care ordinance.
• Having a community forestry program with annual expenditures of at least $2 per capita.
• Having an Arbor Day observance and proclamation.

According to the Foundation, communities like Lindenhurst that earn Tree City USA recognition not only have taken the time to meet the four standards, they also 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.
• Reduce energy use and increase property values.

More information about Tree City USA could be found online at www.arborday.org/TreeCityUSA.