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COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
SOS GA~ps
DATE: MARCH 13, 2006
MEETING DATE: 4/17/06
ITEM NO.
TO: MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL
FROM: DEBRA J. FIGONE, TOWN MANAGER
SUBJECT: ADOPT RESOLUTION FOR NATIONAL ARBOR DAY PROCLAMATION
AND ANNUAL OBSERVANCE
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt resolution for National Arbor Day proclamation and annual observance.
BACKGROUND:
The Town annually observes National Arbor Day with a tree planting ceremony. Recognition of
National Arbor Day is also a requirement for the "Tree City USA" award. The Town has received
the "Tree City U.S.A." award twenty-six (26) years in a row from the National Arbor Day
Foundation. The "Tree City U.S.A." Program is sponsored by The National Arbor Day Foundation
in cooperation with the National Association of State Foresters and the Department of Forestry. The
award is anticipated this year, but delayed due to late application processing.
DISCUSSION:
The Town's commitment to preserve and enhance our urban forest is evidenced by the Town's
continued support of the following specific standards: Adoption and enforcement of a tree ordinance;
a comprehensive Urban Forestry Program; annual observance of Arbor Day; and, have a legal tree
governing body, the Parks Commission.
Los Gatos has a strong commitment to preserving and expanding its urban forest. The community
recognizes and supports the functional and aesthetic value of trees.
PREPARED BY: tOirector E. CURTIS
of Parks and Public Works
Reviewed by: Assistant Town Manager Town Attorney Clerk Administrator
Finance Community Development Revised: 3/14/06 8:04 am
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MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL
SUBJECT: ADOPT RESOLUTION FOR NATIONAL ARBOR DAY PROCLAMATION AND
ANNUAL OBSERVANCE
MARCH 13, 2003
Arbor Day will be observed in Town this year on Friday, April 28, 2006, on National Arbor Day.
Tree planting ceremonies will take place at Oak Meadow Park at 10:00 A.M., with musical
entertainment performed by the Los Gatos Monte Sereno Pipe and Drum Band. Members of the
public are invited to attend the ceremonies.
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENTS:
Is not a project defined under CEQA, and no further action is required.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no direct fiscal impact. The Parks Program will absorb the cost by utilizing parks
maintenance staff to prepare the site and help to plant the trees.
Attachment:
Resolution for "National Arbor Day Proclamation and Annual Observance"
RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL
OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS
PROCLAIMING NATIONAL ARBOR DAY OBSERVANCE
WHEREAS, The Town of Los Gatos recognizes National Arbor Day, Friday April 28, 2006;
WHEREAS, the Town of Los Gatos observes this national tree recognition day;
WHEREAS, The National Arbor Day Foundation in cooperation with the National
Association of State Foresters and the USDA Forest Service establish community forestry standards;
WHEREAS, the Town has established and observes the four National Arbor Day Foundation
standards: a tree board or department, a tree care ordinance, a comprehensive community forestry
program and an Arbor Day observance;
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS RESOLVED AS FOLLOWS:
The Town of Los Gatos demonstrates a commitment to an effective, ongoing community forestry
program. The Town of Los Gatos renews its commitment to urban forestry efforts.
PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of
Los Gatos held on the 17'h day of April, 2006 by the following vote:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
SIGNED:
ATTEST:
MAYOR OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS
LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA
CLERK ADMMSTRATOR OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS
LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA