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Memorial Tree Program
The City of Rio Rancho Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department invites you to participate in its Memorial Tree Program. Trees are one of nature's best gifts to humankind and the planting of trees has always symbolized peace, life, growth and hope for the future. The gift of a Memorial Tree is a unique way to celebrate and honor or memorialize a special individual, while adding a long-lasting aesthetic and environmental benefit to the entire community.
After you fill out and submit the attached form, you will be contacted by City of Rio Rancho staff to coordinate the time, location and other details surrounding your tree planting and Memorial Ceremony.
Your tree(s) will be planted in a public park or other public area in the spring or fall of each year. A custom plaque will be permanently placed next to the dedicated tree. A Certificate of Planting will be presented to you at the Memorial Tree Ceremony.
One Time, $350 Fee Includes
- Memorial ceremony
- Certificate of planting
- Installation of tree and plaque
- Tree will be 2" caliper and 6' to 8' tall
How the Program Works
After you fill out and submit the attached form, you will be contacted by City of Rio Rancho staff to coordinate the time, location and other details surrounding your tree planting and Memorial Ceremony.
Your tree(s) will be planted in a public park or other public area in the spring or fall of each year. A custom plaque will be permanently placed next to the dedicated tree. A Certificate of Planting will be presented to you at the Memorial Tree Ceremony.
Memorial Tree Program Benefits
- A unique gift
- A lasting tribute
- Beautify the parks
- Clean the air
- Provide shade
- Cool the temperature
- Ease noise pollution
- Increase property values
- Major generators of pure oxygen
- Aerate the soil and minimize flood damage
Memorial Tree Map
All of the Memorial Trees that have been planted throughout the city of Rio Rancho are highlighted on the Memorial Tree Map. Please click on the following link to view the virtual Memorial Tree Map.
How to Participate in the Program
To participate in the Memorial Tree Program please fill out the attached form (PDF) and email the completed form to parksandrec@rrnm.gov, or fax it to 505-891-5205, or drop off the form at:
- City of Rio Rancho
Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department
3200 Civic Center Circle NE, Suite 100
Rio Rancho, New Mexico 87144
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