Wauconda receives grant for tree planting after emerald ash borer damage

Aug 14, 2025

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The Village of Wauconda has received a grant from Lake County’s Native Tree Initiative Program to support parkway tree planting in areas affected by the Emerald Ash Borer. The initiative aims to help communities recover from the damage caused by this invasive pest.

In addition, Lake County will hold an Urban and Community Forestry Listening Session on August 21, 2025. According to information provided by the village, “Lake County will be hosting an event for the Urban and Community Forestry Listening Session on 8/21/2025. Please see the below flyer from Lake County for details.”

The grant is part of broader efforts across Illinois to restore urban forests impacted by pests like the Emerald Ash Borer, which has led to significant tree loss in many municipalities.

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