The city of Aurora has officially launched its tree-planting initiative, “Reinvesting in Aurora’s Urban Canopy for Social Equity and Climate Resilience,” with the objective of planting 2,000 trees through 2028.

This project emphasizes community outreach and engagement, featuring multilingual communications and events that foster connections among residents, and is led by the city of Aurora’s Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department in collaboration with the Office of International and Immigrant Affairs.

Community members are invited to participate, learn about the benefits of trees and engage with neighbors.

Community Impact

Let’s build a greener and more inclusive Aurora for today’s and future generations!

“Greener Communities, Brighter Futures” is the motto of this initiative, which focuses on extending the lifespan of mature trees through maintenance and pruning, while also introducing a variety of new tree species in neighborhoods.

These efforts also enhance and expand key initiatives stated in the city’s Immigrant Integration Plan. As the most diverse city in Colorado, Aurora has large communities of immigrants and refugees, and many of these communities reside in areas with the oldest trees and many open planting spaces. By focusing the program in these areas, the city of Aurora will promote equity, enhance the urban forest, improve public health and foster environmental resilience.

Upcoming Events

• Pruning Day: March 1, sign up to be a volunteer.

• Pruning Day: March 15 – Link to volunteer page

For questions and more information, contact [email protected].

Funding

“Reinvesting in Aurora’s Urban Canopy for Social Equity and Climate Resilience” is funded by a $5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service to support the city’s urban forest growth and maintenance. The grant is part of a $1.5 billion investment in the USDA Forest Service’s nationwide Urban and Community Forestry Program, made possible through the Inflation Reduction Act.