Foy joined second-grade students from Estes Hills Elementary School, teachers, parents and other members of the community for the Arbor Day celebration, tree dedication and planting.
"It's a day to honor trees and recognize the value of trees in our community," said Emily Cameron, landscape architect for the Public Works Department, who organized the day's ceremonies.
National Arbor Day is recognized the last Friday of April, according to the National Arbor Day Foundation.
In his proclamation, Foy urged all citizens to celebrate Arbor Day and support efforts to protect trees and woodlands.
"One of the things Chapel Hill most values is its tree canopy, not just aesthetically but also for the environment," Foy said.
He said Chapel Hill has an ordinance to protect its trees and tree development, as well as an urban forester who advises the city on how to keep trees healthy.
