The City of West Covina - Arbor Day Ceremony

The City of West Covina held an Arbor Day and Earth Day celebration on April 28, 2026, at Galster Wilderness Park. The event honored community leaders by planting trees in their memory and highlighted the city's commitment to environmental stewardship and urban forestry. City officials announced a $1.5 billion budget allocation for cleanup and restoration work at Galster Park, including innovative weed control measures. The ceremony also recognized West Covina's 44th consecutive year as a Tree City USA, emphasizing the city's ongoing investment in tree care programs and community forestry. Various community organizations, including West Covina Beautiful and the Youth Science Center, participated in the event, which featured acknowledgments of volunteers and presentations of certificates from state and federal representatives. While the meeting focused on community engagement and environmental initiatives, it included significant budgetary commitments related to park improvements and urban forestry programs.