COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — Colorado Springs is taking steps toward a greener future with the launch of a new community tree program, funded by a federal urban forestry grant. This grant aims to provide more shade to neighborhoods in Southern Colorado Springs that have limited tree cover.
“Grow Shade Together” offers free trees to eligible residents living in designated areas. Residents who have recently had a tree removed from their property may also qualify.
The program doesn’t just help homeowners; crews will also plant trees in public spaces to fill gaps in the city’s tree canopy, cool city blocks in hot months and improve overall walkability…