Local leaders and elected officials gathered on the Bronx waterfront in Mott Haven on Thursday, Sept. 19, to advocate for the planting of more trees in sections of the borough that currently lack adequate tree coverage.

NEW YORK - City officials in the Bronx are calling on the mayor and his administration to increase the amount of trees in the borough to improve the health and wellness of residents. A fresh bag of soil and a handful of shovels were passed out,

The Bronx needs more trees, according to borough leaders who say greenery is important for the health and wellness of residents. CBS News New York's Shosh Bedrosian has covered air quality concerns in the borough and has more from the South Bronx.