City of Lakewood
The City of Lakewood has a longstanding commitment to environmental stewardship. A key highlight of this commitment is its highly regarded urban forestry program. Lakewood has been recognized as a Tree City USA for an impressive 41 consecutive years, a testament to the city’s dedication to maintaining and enhancing its natural resources. Today, the city boasts an urban canopy of more than 24,000 trees.
Additionally, Lakewood continues to advance a variety of climate action initiatives. These include the installation of solar and water storage systems, energy-efficient LED street lighting, adoption of hybrid and alternative fuel vehicles, and robust water conservation and recycling programs
About Lakewood
- Incorporated: April 16, 1954
- Population: 82,496
- Location: Los Angeles County
- Elevation: 46 feet
- Area: 9.45 square miles
