Table 5.

Responses based on use of state UCF assistance.

Cities that have received state UCF assistance (n = 57)Cities that reported they had not received state UCF assistance (n = 61)
67% said they had a tree planting and care program12% said they had a tree planting and care program
81% that said they did not have a program said they needed one35% that said they did not have a program said they needed one
81% have a tree ordinance or codes57% have a tree ordinance or codes
63% have a tree advisory body16% have a tree advisory body
63% had an ISA-Certified Arborist on staff or could contract with one30% had an ISA-Certified Arborist on staff or could contract with one
89% are aware of the Tree City USA program56% are aware of the Tree City USA program
61% observe Arbor Day or Arbor Week24% observe Arbor Day or Arbor Week