Celebrate Arbor Day: Ceremonial Tree Planting

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 20, 2026

Public Works Department Contact: Hourik Hayrapetian
Email: [email protected]
Phone:(818) 548-3950

City Media Contact: Communications and Community Relations
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Phone:(818) 548-3342

Celebrate Arbor Day: Ceremonial Tree Planting

GLENDALE, CA- Join the City of Glendale in celebrating its 75^th Annual Arbor Day on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at 10:00 AM. The Public Works and Community Services and Parks Departments will host a ceremonial tree planting just outside City Hall, next to the rose garden in Parcher Plaza. Two trees will be planted in the Civic Center.

Event Schedule

• 10:00 AM - Event Welcome (Public Works) and Mayor's Remarks
• 10:10 AM - Tree City & Growth Award Presentation
• 10:15 AM - Ceremonial Tree Planting

This celebration will also mark the 42^nd year of the City of Glendale being recertified as a Tree City USA, and the 17^th year of receiving the coveted Tree City USA Growth Award. Being a Tree City requires the city to be responsible for tree management, a tree ordinance, adequate per capita based funding for the forestry program, and host a celebration of Arbor Day.

The Growth Award is given for more progressive community forestry programs that demonstrate active improvement and advancement. Glendale achieved the Growth Award this past year due to its first citywide digital canopy assessment, with the goal to enhance the positive impact of the City's reforestation programs by better understanding existing tree canopy gaps and opportunities for tree planting.

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About the City of Glendale Public Works Department: The Glendale Public Works Department is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for all residents by maintaining and improving essential infrastructure and services. The Engineering Division is responsible for the planning, design, and construction management of Capital Improvement Projects from streets and sewers to traffic engineering improvements. Our department strives to create a safe, accessible, and sustainable community for generations to come.

About Glendale: Known as the "Jewel City," Glendale is the fourth largest city of Los Angeles County. With a population of almost 200,000, Glendale is a thriving cosmopolitan city that is rich in history, culturally diverse, and offers nearly 50 public parks & facilities, with easy access to a municipal airport. It is the home to a vibrant business community, with major companies in healthcare, entertainment, manufacturing, retail, and banking. Visit GlendaleCA.gov. For more information and follow us on social media @MyGlendale.