Community Resources Programs
Community Resources Programs
This program offers financial assistance to communities for the development or improvement of city or village tree resources. Two levels of participation are offered. The first level (CTR-I) encourages cities and villages to develop a new tree improvement program which qualifies them for the Tree City USA designation. A higher level of District assistance is available to communities which make such a commitment.
A second level of assistance (CTR-II) is available to cities, villages and other public entities which have developed a specific plan for tree replacement or new plantings. A five-year plan and an annual budget for tree resources improvement are required.
Because this program is designed to encourage plantings which provide public benefits, funding will be approved for planting on public lands. Nursery stock recommended for use may be balled, burlapped, or potted. Bare root stock may be used if it is at least six feet tall. Permanent plantings are required. Seedlings for nursery plantings are available for purchase through the district’s seedling sales program.
Applications for either level of assistance must include a copy of the community’s tree plan and a cover letter stating the amount and purpose of the financial assistance requested. In addition, a commitment is required that the applicant will maintain all plantings funded by the District for a minimum of five years.