Editor:
Some years ago, Delta initiated a project to “green” the municipality through the planting of a wide variety of trees. Increasing the tree canopy was not just meant to beautify our community but also to improve livability by moderating extreme temperatures, retention of moisture and increased biodiversity.
With another heatwave in 2023, many of the newly planted trees struggle with heat and drought. While Delta has provided the trees with “Watergator” bags, the task to water all the trees has been overwhelming. As a community let’s take the initiative to water the trees in front of our homes and help them survive. These trees are not Delta’s trees but our trees, and they need a bit of help. A couple of watering cans twice a week is all it takes!
Paul van Westendorp
