Annual Parkway Planting Program

The Village's annual planting program takes aim at replacing trees that had been previously removed due to death or disease, as well as finding locations for new trees. Every year, our Public Works Superintendent and Village Arborist determine a selection of cultivars to plant in Village parkways. Species are chosen based on current Village tree inventory and success rate of the tree in our climate and soil. Trees offer a variety of benefits, including absorbing stormwater, improving air quality, supporting local wildlife, as well as positively improving the appearance of the Village. If you have questions about planting a parkway tree, please contact Village staff at 847-251-1666 or email at info@vok.org. 

Donations to the program are accepted in the amount of the price of a specific cultivar for residents who wish to guarantee a tree be planted in a location of their choosing, so long as it is viable for planting. More information about donating to the program can be found within the resident letter, linked below. 

For the most current iteration of the program, view the Parkway Planting Program Resident Letter. 

Did you miss our postcard? View it here. 

Heritage Tree Program

In 2021, the Village participated in the Heritage Tree Program, which commemorated the Village's 125^th Anniversary by planting 125 Heritage Trees. Over the course of two years, the Village was able to achieve its goal of planting 125 trees, thanks in large part to the generous donations of so many. The Village hopes to carry the momentum forward from the Heritage Tree Program and continue on with its annual parkway tree planting program.