Red Oak Receives Tree City USA Award

Red Oak Receives Tree City USA Award

RED OAK, IA – Every year the Urban Forestry Awards luncheon recognizes cities, college campuses and utilities that demonstrate a variety of dedication to the importance of trees in their respective communities. Awards were presented April 8, 2026, at the FFA Enrichment Center in Ankeny, on behalf of the Arbor Day Foundation and the Iowa Department of Natural Resources.

Bill Drey, City of Red Oak Park and Tree Board Chairperson, represented Red Oak who was a recipient of the Tree City USA Award. To qualify for the Tree City USA award, a city must have either a city forester or an active city tree board, have a tree ordinance, spend at least $2 per capita annually for its community forestry program, and have a tree planting and maintenance plan.