Tree Conservation

The Tree Preservation Commission of the Village of Franklin Park is a group of volunteer residents whose mission is promoting the many benefits trees provide our community and planet through education, events, and programs.

6/10/2024 Morton Arboretum

Village of Franklin Park Awarded $109,770 Urban and Community Forestry Grant administered by the Chicago Region Tree Initiative under the Federal Inflation Reduction Act, Facilitated by U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service and Illinois Department of Natural Resources

https://chicagorti.org/news/6-9-million-awarded-to-22-illinois-communities-for-urban-forestry/

Franklin Park is a Bee City USA

The Village of Franklin Park has been certified as a Bee City USA affiliate, joining other cities in working to improve the environment for pollinators.

Research has shown that up to 40% of pollinator species on earth are at risk of extinction because of habitat loss, pesticide use, and climate disruption. The Village recognizes the importance of sustaining pollinators and is working to make Franklin Park more pollinator friendly.

More Info:Franklin_Park_Becomes_An_Affiliate_of_Bee_City_USA

FRANKLIN PARK NEEDS TREES!

Read the summary below to learn about why we need trees, which trees are most beneficial, and more!
How can trees benefit our community?
1. Save energy by reducing surface temperatures and shading buildings.
2. Store carbon dioxide and remove pollutants from the air.
3. Intercept stormwater and help reduce flooding.
4. Increase property values and make our communities more pleasant.
5. Improve health.
Chicago Region Tree Initiative Frankin Park Urban Forestry Summary

The Village of Franklin Park has been recognized as a Tree City for 11 years.
The Tree City USA program was founded in 1976 to celebrate towns and cities committed to growing their urban canopy. Led by the Arbor Day Foundation, with partners at USDA Forest Service and National Association of State Foresters, it provides the foundational framework necessary for communities to manage and expand their tree cover.

How can a tree benefit my home?

Using this calculator, type in your tree name and size and the results will estimate overall benefits in these categories:
Stormwater mitigation
Increased property value
Energy conservation
Air quality
Carbon dioxide (CO2) reduction

 https://www.arborday.org/calculator/treeInfo

Read about more tree benefits here:
https://www.arborday.org/trees/index-benefits.cfm

Discover Franklin Park's Rain Gardens, at the intersections of Pacific Avenue and Dora Street, Sarah Street, Sunset Lane, and Louis Street. Take the time to witness the vital native pollinators, drawn to the native flora for nourishment and habitat.

What is a Rain Garden and how can they help prevent backyard flooding?

https://extension.illinois.edu/blogs/flowers-fruits-and-frass/2020-10-16-rain-gardens-offer-standing-water-solutions

https://extension.illinois.edu/blogs/garden-scoop/2019-03-11-closer-look-rain-gardens

https://iiseagrant.org/wp-content/2019/05/3-RAIN-GARDEN.pdf

HELPFUL LINKS:

Common Tree Diseases in Illinois https://extension.illinois.edu/sites/default/files /factsheet_on_deciduous_disease_of_il.pdf

Information about invasive trees/shrubs from Morton Arboretum: Examples of invasive tendencies such as boxelder.

Invasive Species Alternatives https://www.chicagobotanic.org/research/invasive_species