In Galesburg, the community is gearing up for an exciting Arbor Day celebration. On April 26, 2024, city officials and residents will gather at the newly constructed Galesburg Public Library to plant three ivory silk lilac trees. This event is part of the city’s broader initiative, Project 350, which aims to enrich the local environment by planting 70 trees each year across various parks and city terraces. This initiative not only beautifies the area but also strengthens the city’s commitment to enhancing urban forestry and promoting a greener future.
“The City of Galesburg is proud to cultivate and maintain trees in our community and parks, which positively add to the landscape of our community, and increase the quality of life,” said Tom Simkins, Special Projects Coordinator for the City of Galesburg, who spearheads Project 350. “Arbor Day provides a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the positive effects of trees on our community and environment, and we hope community members will join us for the ceremonial tree planting.”
