Will MAGA Kill Kansas City Trees?!?

Doubtful.

However . . .

Some of these sketchy Kansas City "urban canopy" pipe dreams might find less support under the new administration.

Accordingly . . . 

Read closely and look at our progressive journalist colleagues already blaming the new administration for destroying the planet . . .

During the last year, city leaders have taken steps to protect and add to Kansas City’s urban forest.

In 2023, the City Council adopted a tree preservation and protection ordinance, intended to prevent unnecessary tree removal. The city also promised to plant 10,000 trees by 2026, and in October it accepted a $12 million grant from the U.S. Forest Service to support efforts to increase the density of the city’s urban tree canopy.

Olathe also got $1 million through the federal program. Under President Joe Biden’s administration, the Forest Service has designated $1.5 billion for urban forestry.

Any portion of those funds that hasn’t already been distributed is likely to be pulled back under the next Trump administration.

Read more via www.TonysKansasCity.com links . . .

One tree at a time: A plan for reviving Kansas City's urban forest

Trees cool cities, soak up greenhouse gases and make people healthier. Scientists say even one tree can make a difference, and Kansas City is planting thousands.

When it is time to decide what tree to plant in Kansas City, consider these factors

Not every tree is right for every landscape, so do some planning before you dig. For starters, look at location, climate and don't forget to look up.

Developing . . .