Mayor Larry Agran is a big fan of trees! In fact, years ago he worked alongside other early leaders to expand our City’s park system. Today, Irvine’s parks are ranked No. 1 in California and No. 2 in America according to the Trust for Public Land. And 94% of our residents live within a 10-minute walk of a park.
The City is now working to implement Mayor Agran’s latest tree project — the Irvine Urban Forest Master Plan — which has secured Council and community support. The plan includes planting tens of thousands of new trees throughout the City to help decrease Irvine’s carbon footprint, reduce storm water runoff, increase biodiversity, address the urban heat island effect, cool the City, and clean the air.
Mayor Agran’s office has announced a fun new community engagement project to attract fellow tree (and photo) enthusiasts.
Between now and January 30th, Irvine residents are being asked to send in pictures of their favorite tree — whether it’s one of the majestic trees in an Irvine park, a tree along one of our local streets, or a tree growing in your own yard.
The contest is intended to encourage residents to take a moment to capture the green spaces, tree-planting efforts, and the scenic backdrops that help make Irvine such a beautiful place to call home.
The winner’s photo will be featured on the City’s social media platforms, and the winning photographer will be invited to lunch with the Mayor to discuss their shared love of trees.
Learn more and enter the Mayor’s photo contest here.
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