>>Danville Among VA's First Cities to Start Urban Forestry Campaign
(Danville, VA) -- One Virginia city is hoping to take advantage of government funds to add greenspace for underserved neighborhoods. Rebecca Hughes with more.Preview: Voicer Script:
Danville is among Virginia's first cities to embark on an urban forestry campaign to prioritize green space, shade, flood resiliency, and air quality in historically neglected neighborhoods. The program, funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, will involve strategic planning and tree planting over a two-year period. By focusing on underserved communities, the Cardinal News reports Danville seeks to improve community health, mitigate climate change effects, and enhance the urban environment.
