Rochester Hills Named Tree City USA Growth Award Winner

The City Celebrates a 30 Year Commitment to a Strong Tree Canopy In addition to Arbor Day, the City of Rochester Hills is celebrating 30 years of being committed to a vibrant tree canopy through the Tree City USA program. As an active member of the program, the city has a strong focus on making sure the community is engaged in natural resources and building a larger tree canopy year after year. “Our tree system is a key component of maintaining our air quality, water resources, health, and … [Read more...]

Revitalize the Woodland Entrance at Meadow Brook Hall this Friday

Meadow Brook Hall Seeks to Revitalize Woodland Entrance with Restoration Program In an effort to revitalize its woodlands and kick-start a maintenance program, Meadow Brook Hall is launching the Woodland Entrance Restoration Program on Arbor Day, April 28, as a community work day and tree planting celebration. “Historic landscapes are important cultural resources that are part of our national heritage,” said Nikki Thomas, facility operations manager for Meadow Brook Hall. “They represent a … [Read more...]

Tree City USA Recognition for Rochester Hills

Rochester Hills, Michigan- Rochester Hills has been named a Tree City USA by The National Arbor Day Foundation. It is the 21st year Rochester Hills has received this national recognition. The Tree City USA program is sponsored by the National Arbor Day Foundation in cooperation with the National Association of State Foresters and the USDA Forest Service. To become a Tree City USA, a community must meet four standards: a tree board or department, a tree care ordinance, a comprehensive … [Read more...]