BOONE, Iowa—Mother Nature delayed the recognition of Arbor Day in Boone pushing the formal ceremony off to Monday. Boone Mayor Eli Stines conducted the formal proclamation:
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Stines then joined Boone Park Superintendent Mike Cornelis for the ceremonial tree planting at Herman Park.
Mike Cornelis on the left and Boone Mayor Eli Stines prepare to plant the ceremonial tree in recognition of Arbor Day.
The formal recognition of Arbor Day is required to maintain a Tree City status.
