Project overview
The city is preparing a long-term tree canopy plan focused on shade equity, climate resilience, species diversity, and sustainable maintenance.
What this project delivers
- A high-resolution canopy and heat-vulnerability assessment.
- Neighborhood planting and maintenance priorities.
- Updated standards for tree protection, watering, and species selection.
Community involvement
Residents can map planting opportunities, attend neighborhood tree walks, and comment on draft canopy goals through the end of the month.
Community members want decisions documented clearly and engagement to continue after construction or adoption.
Community engagement summary
What happens next
The project team will publish an engagement summary and use community priorities to shape the draft implementation strategy.
Project team
Sustainability & Forestry leads the work with Procurement, Communications, operations staff, and community partners.