The City of Dillon shall maintain Tree City USA status and submit an application for this designation each year by December 15th to the South Carolina Forestry Commission and the National Arbor Day Foundation. To maintain eligibility for this program, the city shall meet the following criteria.
(A) Hold an annual Arbor Day Celebration on or around Arbor Day in South Carolina, the 1st Friday in December. An Arbor Day Proclamation shall be created and included as part of the celebration.
(B) Have a tree ordinance. The tree ordinance shall be reviewed, and revised if necessary, at least once every two (2) years.
(C) Have an active Tree Committee, appointed by the Mayor and Council, responsible for advising the city on tree-related matters.
(D) Spend at least two dollars ($2) per capita on public tree management, including planning, education, tree establishment, maintenance, protection, and removal, and any and all other maintenance or management activities.
(Ord. 03-02, passed 3-10-03)