Ames Receives Tree City USA Growth Award
Published on April 14, 2026
The City of Ames was recently honored with the 2025 Tree City USA Growth Award at the 35th Annual Community Forestry Awards Luncheon in Ankeny. The award, presented by the Arbor Day Foundation and the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR), was accepted by City Forester Gabriele Edwards, Ames Parks and Recreation.