Walking through the streets of Amherst, it's hard to miss the beautiful trees that line the sidewalks. On Wednesday, the town commemorated 30 years as a Tree City USA Community.
What Happened
The Town of Amherst marked the occasion with a ceremony, recognizing the town's commitment to urban forestry. The ceremony took place on Wednesday, April 29, 2026.
Background
Amherst has consistently demonstrated a strong commitment to tree care and maintenance, earning the town the Tree City USA designation for 30 consecutive years. The town's urban forestry program is responsible for the care and maintenance of over 10,000 trees.
The town's commitment to urban forestry is evident in its annual tree planting events, where residents can participate in planting new trees throughout the community.
Impact
Residents in neighborhoods such as Getzville and Snyder are directly affected by the town's urban forestry program, which helps to maintain the beauty and character of the community.
Community Reaction
"We are proud to have maintained our Tree City USA designation for 30 years," said Mayor of Amherst. "It's a testament to the hard work and dedication of our town's employees and residents."
Context
According to the Tree City USA program, there are over 3,400 communities across the United States that have earned the designation. Amherst is one of only a few communities in Western New York to have maintained the designation for 30 consecutive years.
What's Next
The town will continue to plant new trees throughout the community as part of its urban forestry program.
Residents can participate in upcoming tree planting events, which will be announced on the town's website.