DEP outlines tree, urban park and acquisition funding; residents urge more canopy in Orange Residents and municipal staff celebrated recent tree grants, urged more urban canopy and asked DEP for technical help forming tree ordinances and environmental commissions; DEP noted some federal funding ended but highlighted state Natural Climate Solutions grants and Green Acres/urban acquisition programs.

Orange is on the brink of a greener future as local advocates rally for tree grants and urban canopy expansion, but will it be enough to combat the challenges of limited space?

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