Grants Pass residents are encouraged to attend the city's Arbor Day Celebration early next week.
The Grants Pass Arbor Day Celebration starts at 10 a.m. Monday at Garrison Field, which is located at 2482 Williams Highway behind Deano's Diner.
City officials will be planting a tree at Garrison Field during the event. City staff will also be planting a total of 30 trees in the Historic Downtown District as part of the statewide celebration of Arbor Month.
The City of Grants Pass has announced that the 2024 Tree Canopy Program is now open for applications. For $50, city staff will plant a tree in your front yard. Please apply by November 1st to be eligible for the fall and winter planting season.
Trees are limited and available -- pending application approval -- on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, e-mail "tree@grantspassoregon.gov."
