The city of Woodbury has launched several new programs and events for residents this summer, according to a recent community update from City Hall.

A Juneteenth trail walk featuring educational signs runs through June 22 at locations behind City Hall near Colby Lake Park and at Ojiway Park. The city has also released a new park and trails map available free at City Hall, M Health Fair Sports Center, and Eagle Valley Golf Course, with an interactive online version that receives frequent updates.

Woodbury has created an alternative financing program to help residents manage the upfront costs of private ash tree removal. The program allows residents to cover expensive tree removal costs through a special assessment lien added to their property tax bills. City officials emphasized the program is not a rebate or discount but provides another payment option for residents.

The city's 2024 water quality report is now available on the municipal website, with paper copies available through the public works department for residents without internet access. The annual 4th of July hometown celebration will feature live music, bounce houses, and food trucks, with Woodbury City Council members meeting residents near the food trucks before the fireworks display.

Traffic patterns for this year's Independence Day event will be altered due to ongoing construction, with the complete traffic plan to be published on the city's website.