Tree City USA
During the Arbor Day Celebration in April of 2023, the City of Lake Crystal was awarded and recognized as a part of the Tree City USA program by the National Arbor Day Foundation. Trees play a role in the health and well-being of a community by cleaning air, filtering water, and creating green spaces within a city.
 Tree City USA |
To become a part of the program, the City of Lake Crystal had to meet the following criteria:
- Maintaining a tree board or department
- Having a community tree ordinance
- Spending at least $2 per capita on urban forestry
- Celebrating Arbor Day
To learn additional benefits and details about the Tree City USA program, visit the Arbor Day Foundation Program website.
Thank you to department members, council members, residents, and all others involved for providing time and planning into making our community a beautiful and healthier place to live. Pictured below are Councilor Gina Cooper, City Administrator Angela Grafstrom, and Mayor Todd Wiens with the 2022 Tree City Award.
 Councilor Gina Cooper, City Administrator Angela Grafstrom, and Mayor Todd Wiens receiving the 2022 Tree City Award |
If you are interested in becoming involved in the city's management of trees, we are looking for a Community Forestry Member. Please visit https://www.lakecrystalmn.org/employment to apply today!