F. Best of Kalispell Urban Forestry Awards Presentation MemoParks & Recreation
306 First Avenue East
P.O. Box 1997, Kalispell, Montana 59903
(406) 758-7718 kpr&kalispell.com
www.kalispell.com
REPORT TO: Doug Russell, City Manager
FROM: Fred Bicha, Parks Superintendent
MEETING DATE: October 1, 2018
SUBJECT: Best of Kalispell Urban Forestry Awards Presentation
BACKGROUND: In 2017 the Street Tree Committee began to create an awards program to
recognize citizen, organization, and public facilities that exemplified different aspects of the
Urban Forestry in Kalispell. This year's award selections include:
Jackola Engineering
Best of Kalispell Urban Forest Award 2018 for the Business/Commercial category for their
landscaping around their office. The nomination was made based on the appropriate use of trees
and other plantings on and adjacent to their office that enhance the overall appearance of the
facility. Factors that were considered in determining the best candidate for this award included
appropriate selection of tree species for the site, variety of trees and complimentary plantings, and
how the use of this selection contributes to the overall community objectives as a Tree City USA.
Their landscaping exhibits exemplary attention to the health and care of the site-scape and meet or
exceed city standards.
Kalispell Middle School
Best of Kalispell Urban Forest Award 2018 for the Public Facilities category for their fruit
orchard at KMS. The nomination was made based on the use of trees to enhance the facilities site
in accordance with Kalispell City Standards in an unusual or unique way.
Patricia Johnson & Evan Hendrickson
Best of Kalispell Urban Forest Award 2018 for the Residential Stewardship category for their
work to rally the neighbors and engage the city in replanting the 700 block of 4th Ave. E with
trees several years ago.
RECOMMENDATION: Allow the Street Tree Committee to present the Best of Kalispell
Urban Forestry Awards.
ATTACHMENT: None.