The City of Frisco has received the designation "Tree City USA" since 2003 by the National Arbor Day Foundation. In order to become a Tree City USA designee, the city has to meet four basic standards, which include:
1. Designation of a tree board
2. Establishment of a community tree ordinance
3. Implementation of a community forestry program with a designated operating budget
4. Host an annual observance of Arbor Day along with an Arbor Day proclamation by the city council
In 2007, Frisco received the National Arbor Day Foundation Growth Award for the third year in a row. This award recognizes environmental improvement and encourages a higher level of tree care and tree preservation within the community.
Arbor Day 5K & 1K Seedling Run
Tree City USA criteria includes hosting an annual observance of Arbor Day. April 2007 was the inaugural Arbor Day 5K and 1K Seedling Run.
Arborfest Celebration
The City of Frisco also holds an Arborfest Celebration each fall. The date for Arborfest 2008 is October 4. Members of the Urban Forestry Board guide citizens on tree identification tours around Frisco Commons Park. You can explore more than forty different tree species, from large shade trees to ornamental varieties. The winner of the 'Champion Tree Competition' is also announced. Each fall, the Urban Forestry Board selects two tree species. Citizens who have one of the species on their property are eligible to enter and go for bragging rights. Check back in the fall to find out the choices for this year's 'Champion Tree Competition'.