A Million Trees for L.A. is what the city has proposed, and why not? A million new trees would do us good.

The Initiative: “Our Legacy for Change”.

-The planting of a million new trees will help the city transform from its current concrete haven to a green, sustainable city.

-Our actions would create an environmental legacy that will only add to the catalyst for further environmental changes.

The Who: A Community Effort.

-Many trees will be planted by city departments on public property. Individuals and community groups can participate, too! The trees planted will receive long-term stewardship as well.

How: Get Some Exercise and Get Out There!

-Plant a tree in your own back yard. If you don’t have a yard, join a volunteer group who has access to land.

-Organize or participate in a community planting through non-profit or business groups–a great team building/bonding opportunity. (Be on the look out for a ydt planting soon!)

-If garden work isn’t your thing, and your green thumb turns things brown, consider making a donation to the cause.

*Free Trees for LADWP Customers: According to the Million Trees Website,
“customers receiving electricity from the Los Angeles Department of Water & Power can receive free shade trees through the “Trees for a Green L. A.” program. To qualify, take an on-line workshop or attend a neighborhood workshop”.

These trees will clean our air and water quality, provide us with shade, save on energy costs, reduce greenhouse gases, and of course, beautify our city.

** Trees that are native and drought tolerant are recommended.

To get involved or for more information please see
www.milliontreesla.org

(Information for article gathered and used from a milliontreesla.org)

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