October 6, 2026
Mayor's Office
DATE: October 6, 2026
TO: Members of the City Council
FROM: Mayor Martinez
Subject: Appointment of Shayna Keyles to the Urban Forestry Advisory Committee
FINANCIAL IMPACT: There is no financial impact.
PREVIOUS COUNCIL
ACTION:
None.
STATEMENT OF THE
ISSUE:
Shayna Keyles is applying to serve on the Urban
Forestry Advisory Committee.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: APPOINT Shayna Keyles to the Urban Forestry Advisory Committee to a vacant seat with a new term ending
November 17, 2029 – Mayor’s Office (Mayor Eduardo
Martinez 510-620-6503).
DISCUSSION:
Shayna Keyles is passionate about the importance of trees and green spaces in creating a healthier and more sustainable community. She recognizes the many benefits of a strong urban tree canopy, including supporting residents’ physical and mental well-being, reducing temperatures, sequestering carbon, preventing erosion, and AGENDA
REPORT
October 6, 2026
providing wildlife habitat. Shayna is interested in working with the City of Richmond to expand access to trees and green spaces and help strengthen Richmond’s urban forest.
DOCUMENTS ATTACHED:
Attachment 1 – Shayna Keyles’s redacted application