Transportation and Environment Committee (t&e)
June 8, 2026

Updated 5/8/26
Number of
objectives
Percentage
completion
THEME
Strategy 1 Consolidate tree responsibilities to one division or create a new division. 4 50%
Strategy 2 Include trees in the beginning of the design and planning process 1 100% Strategy 3 Provide an arborist review of all Planning Division tree responsibilities 3 67% THEME
Strategy 1 Tree planting activities will promote a sustainable urban forest. 3 33% Strategy 2 Increase tree canopy cover across all census tracts and neighborhoods 4 14%
Strategy 3
Continually review the City recommended tree species list to ensure trees are adapted to climate change and support local habitat and wildlife. 6 50%
THEME
Strategy 1
Ensure the diverse demographics of the City are represented by the community stakeholders who participate in guiding the development of the com- munity forest program. 7 57%
Strategy 2 Prioritize increasing canopy cover in disadvantaged communities.* 4 50% THEME
Strategy 1
Develop a plan to annually provide funding to the community forest program so the City can sustainably manage the tree inventory, engage the community, and implement policies and ordinances. 6 17% Strategy 2
Fund community forest management activities at a level to meet best management practices as defined by the City. 4 25%
THEME
Strategy 1
Maintain current information on the community forest to ensure management decisions are based on the best available data. 5 80% Strategy 2
Ensure all City tree management activities and design standards reflect the most current understanding of community forest sustainability. 4 25% Strategy 3
Community members and private property owners will understand their role in growing and maintaining the community forest. 3 67% THEME
Strategy 1 Protect and preserve mature trees 6 33%
Strategy 2
City planning and development will contribute to increasing tree canopy cover. 5 0%
Total number of objectives 65
Peercentage of objectives complete 34%
Community Forest Management Plan Strategic Work Plan
Funding the Community Forest
Efficient and Effective Tree Management
Standardize and Improve Planning and Development
Streamline the Governance Structure
Ensure Community Forest Sustainability
Support Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion