EQC Meeting Date: February 18, 2026
To: Members of the Environmental Quality Commission
From: Sara Pabich, Sustainability Coordinator
Title
Consider Motion of Support for Resolution Proclaiming April 24, 2026 as Arbor Day in Northfield.
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Action Requested:
The Environmental Quality Commission is asked to approve a motion to send the attached resolution proclaiming April 24, 2026 as Arbor Day in Northfield to the City Council for consideration.
Summary Report:
EQC members are to discuss considering a motion that would send the attached resolution to the City Council that would proclaim April 24, 2026, as Arbor Day in Northfield.
The City of Northfield urban forest is a large asset of which the City can be proud. The trees throughout Northfield are beneficial in numerous ways including reducing erosion, decreasing cooling costs, and providing wildlife habitat as well as increasing property values of homes. Recognizing and protecting this asset can assure the residents of the continued existence of the urban forest.
This proclamation is one component necessary for the 2026 Tree City USA application. The City of Northfield has been recognized as a Tree City USA 26 times previously.
Alternative Options:
None
Financial Impacts:
None
Tentative Timelines:
Arbor Day will be celebrated on April 24, 2026.