City of Hyattsville - File #: HCC-300-FY21

• File #: HCC-300-FY21
• Version: 1
• Type: Proclamations
• Status: Passed
• File created: 4/13/2021
• In control: City Council
• On agenda: 4/19/2021
• Final action: 4/19/2021
• Title: Arbor Day Proclamation
• Sponsors: City Administrator
• Indexes: Legislative, Proclamation

Date	Ver.	Action By	Action	Result
4/19/2021	1	City Council	Adopted	Pass

Submitted by: Lesley Riddle

Submitting Department: Public Works

Agenda Section: Proclamation

Item Title:

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Arbor Day Proclamation

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Suggested Action:

recommendation

I move the Mayor and Council proclaim April 30, 2021 as Arbor Day in the City of Hyattsville.

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Summary Background:

In celebration of 30^th years as a member of Tree City USA, the City will be partnering with the Prince George’s County Beautification Committee and the Maryland National Capital Park and Planning Commission (MNCPPC) to plant more than 40 trees and shrubs at 38^th Avenue Park on Friday, April 30^th, from 10 a.m. to noon. We will also provide perennials and educational brochures in support of the monarch butterfly and the Mayor’s Monarch Pledge. Volunteers will be kept at a minimum and COVID regulations will be enforced.

Next Steps:

Plan the Arbor Day event.

Fiscal Impact:

Grant funds and City operating budget funds will support this event.

City Administrator Comments:

Recommend support.

Community Engagement:

Ongoing.

Strategic Goals:

Goal 3 - Promote a Safe and Vibrant Community

Legal Review Required?

N/A