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Proposal for 2026 Arden Hills Tree Sale in Partnership with Tree Trust Submitted to: Arden Hills City Council Submitted by: Anne Hall 4276 Norma Ave. (7/12/25) Overview In 2025, the Arden Hills partnered with Tree Trust, a St. Paul-based nonprofit focused on community forestry, to pilot a subsidized residential tree sale. The initiative was led by volunteer resident, Anne Hall, who saw a need for a tree sale to replenish our urban canopy, particularly after the loss of large quantities of Ash trees in Arden Hills. The sale was subsidized by a $5,000 one-time donation from Tree Trust, to encourage Arden Hills start a yearly sale for residents through allocation of a portion of city funds. The tree sale aimed to encourage shade tree planting on private property and replenish our urban forests by providing residents easy access to affordable, high-quality trees. Many cities in the metro area offer subsidized tree sales each spring, to encourage residential tree planting. Trees provide myriad benefits to both individual residents and the city as whole, including reducing energy use, urban heat island reduction, improved property values and environmental stewardship. Due to strong demand and positive feedback, we propose continuing the sale and Tree Trust partnership in 2026, with City support to ensure long-term sustainability and impact. Pilot Program Highlights (2025) ● Trees Offered: Fifty 10 gallon trees (typical retail $160-300 per tree). Three shade trees, one evergreen and one ornamental ● Cost to Residents: $45 per tree (subsidized by Tree Trust Funds; ~$5000) ● Eligibility: 1 tree per Arden Hills address; trees must be planted within city limits on private property ● Outreach/Advertising: Predominantly FB Posts on ‘Arden Hillbillies’, ‘Neighborly Arden Hills’ & the city’s website, and a short article in the city’s April/May newsletter