Muscatine Celebrates Arbor Day with Tree City USA Tradition

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The city of Muscatine, Iowa has once again issued an Arbor Day proclamation, continuing its longstanding designation as a Tree City USA. City Administrator Matt Mardesen emphasized the importance of trees as a vital natural resource for the community.

Why it matters

Muscatine's commitment to urban forestry and maintaining its Tree City USA status demonstrates the city's dedication to environmental sustainability and preserving its natural assets for residents. This annual Arbor Day celebration helps raise awareness about the benefits of trees and the city's ongoing efforts to plant, protect, and maintain its urban tree canopy.

The details

As part of the Arbor Day proclamation, the city will host tree planting events and educational activities to engage the community. Muscatine has held the Tree City USA designation for over two decades, meeting the program's four core standards of maintaining a tree board, having a community tree ordinance, spending at least $2 per capita on urban forestry, and celebrating Arbor Day.

• Muscatine issued its annual Arbor Day proclamation on April 11, 2026.

What they’re saying

What’s next

Muscatine will host tree planting events and educational activities throughout the month of April to celebrate Arbor Day and the city's ongoing commitment to urban forestry.