The Town of Kingstree 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 town shall meet the following criteria:
(A) Hold an annual Arbor Day Celebration on or around Arbor Day in South Carolina, the first 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 years;
(C) Have an active Tree Committee, appointed by Town Council, responsible for advising the town on tree-related matters; and
(D) Spend at least $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. 2014-01, passed 3-17-14)