Committees & Commissions

Our Mission

As the steward of Clifton Park’s community forest, the Tree Committee works to preserve, protect, and maintain the Town’s public trees and shrubs to benefit the community—now and for generations to come.

We fulfill our mission by:
Advising the Town Supervisor, Town Board, and other governing bodies regarding the selection, planting, care, and preservation of public trees and shrubs.
Serving as an informational and educational resource for citizens to encourage the planting and preservation of trees on private land that will enhance property values and add to the Town’s tree canopy.
Maintaining Clifton Park’s status as a Tree City USA and hosting the Town’s Arbor Day celebration. The annual event typically includes planting trees and sponsoring activities and educational programs in coordination with Open Spaces, Shenendehowa schools, the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Library, and other organizations.
Applying for grants and funding to support and sustain our community forest.

Learn More and Get Involved

• Come to a meeting on the third Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at Town Hall.
• Stay informed about activities and events. Send an email with your contact information to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., and we’ll add you to our mailing list.
• Subscribe to our YouTube channel to view Tree Committee presentations on tree-related topics.
• Check out our brochure.

Getting ready to plant trees or shrubs? Download our helpful Guide to Tree Selection and learn about the best options for your yard here.

Have a favorite tree? Nominate it for recognition through our Trees of Distinction Program.

Help us help our friends at the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation to meet their goal of planting 25 million trees by 2033. Simply click the link below and record every tree that you have planted (including seedlings) since January 2024.
NYS 25 Million Tree Initiative:  Report Your Tree Planting