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Arbor Day Tree Planting this Thursday

The City of Sanford Appearance Commission will replace a dying tree in Depot Park for Arbor Day this year.

The purpose of Arbor Day is to increase awareness of the importance of trees to our community and environment, as well as to enhance our sense of place.

Holding an Arbor Day tree planting is a key component of Sanford’s Tree City USA designation, which it first earned in 2013. To maintain the recognition, the Appearance Commission “researches and recommends trees for public areas to enhance Sanford’s appearance and preserve the city’s tree canopy,” says Liz Whitmore, planner with the City of Sanford.

The Commission will plant a Styrax japonicus ‘Pink Chimes,’ also known as ‘Pink Chimes’ Japanese Snowbell. It will replace a Japanese Maple.

The public is welcome to attend. Please note that attendees will be expected to wear masks, maintain social distance, and otherwise follow pandemic safety protocols.

Halloween Guidance from the City of Sanford

The City of Sanford has received numerous inquiries from residents about whether the City plans to “cancel” Halloween this year due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

Due to the pandemic, this year the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services and the City of Sanford “strongly recommend” against traditional door-to-door trick-or-treating in favor of lower risk activities.

Ultimately, the City leaves the decision whether to participate in traditional Halloween night activities to the discretion of residents. See more information and access a list of recommendations on our website here.

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