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This memorandum discusses the Community Forest Management Plan and Urban Forestry Annual Report, highlighting progress made in urban forestry goals and tree canopy increase. It outlines the strategic direction established by the Community Forest Management Plan adopted in February 2022, which includes various strategies for enhancing urban forestry. The report details achievements in tree planting, maintenance, and community engagement, as well as efforts to manage invasive species affecting local trees.
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The memorandum is addressed to the Transportation and Environment Committee from John Ristow.
The recommendation is to accept the annual report on the Community Forest Management Plan and Urban Forestry.
The Community Forest Management Plan was adopted in February 2022 and aims to enhance urban forestry capacity.
Progress has been made on 35% of the objectives outlined in the plan.
In FY 2025-2026, 2,013 trees were planted, exceeding the annual goal of 2,000 trees.
The City is offering free street trees to property owners through a program funded by the federal government.
Materials for the Forestry programs are published in multiple languages to ensure accessibility.
The invasive shot hole borer has been identified in San José, with ongoing management efforts.
The memorandum includes attachments detailing the strategic work plan, tree species list, print materials, and infestation maps.
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The document does not specify the exact dates for the adoption of the Community Forest Management Plan or the fiscal year goals.
There are unresolved placeholders in the document, such as the specific date for the approval noted in the memorandum.
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T&E AGENDA: ITEM: 6/8/26 (d)1 TO: TRANSPORTATION AND FROM: John Ristow ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE SUBJECT: Community Forest DATE: May 18, 2026 Management Plan and Urban Forestry Annual Report Approved Date: 5/26/2026 RECOMMENDATION Accept the annual report on the Community Forest Management Plan and Urban Forestry and the impact on advancing urban forestry goals and increasing the tree canopy. BACKGROUND The adoption of the Community Forest Management Plan in February of 2022 created a strategic direction for the City’s Forestry program. The plan and heightened community interest have provided an opportunity for the City to expand its urban forestry capacity. The plan provides direction for how the community forest could be improved and maintained into the future. The plan includes fifteen strategies organized into five key themes for building a robust urban forestry program that includes: Streamlining governance; Ensuring the sustainably of the urban forest; Support for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging; Efficient and effective tree management; and Standardization of planning and development practices. Each of these themes has multiple strategies and objectives...
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This document appears to be a draft of the Community Forest Management Plan Strategic Work Plan. It outlines various themes and strategies aimed at ensuring community forest sustainability, supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion, funding community forest initiatives, efficient tree management, and streamlining governance structures. The plan includes objectives related to tree responsibilities, urban forest sustainability, and community engagement, with a completion percentage of 34% for the total number of objectives.
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Consolidate tree responsibilities to one division or create a new division.
Include trees in the design and planning process.
Provide arborist reviews of Planning Division tree responsibilities.
Promote sustainable urban forest through tree planting activities.
Increase tree canopy cover across all census tracts and neighborhoods.
Review the City recommended tree species list for climate adaptation.
Ensure diverse community representation in forest program development.
Develop an annual funding plan for community forest management.
Maintain current information on the community forest for management decisions.
Protect and preserve mature trees in city planning and development.
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Attachment A Community Forest Management Plan Strategic Work Plan Updated 5/8/26 THEME 1 Consolidate tree responsibilities to one division or create a new division. Strategy 2 Include trees in the beginning of the design and planning process Strategy 3 Provide an arborist review of all Planning Division tree responsibilities Strategy Ensure Community Forest Sustainability 1 Tree planting activities will promote a sustainable urban forest. Strategy 2 Increase tree canopy cover across all census tracts and neighborhoods Strategy Continually review the City recommended tree species list to ensure trees 3 are adapted to climate change and support local habitat and wildlife. THEME Strategy Strategy THEME Strategy Strategy THEME Strategy Support Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Ensure the diverse demographics of the City are represented by the 1 community stakeholders who participate in guiding the development of the com- munity forest program. 2 Prioritize increasing canopy cover in disadvantaged communities.* Funding the Community Forest Develop a plan to annually provide funding to the community forest 1 program so the City can sustainably manage the tree inventory, engage the...
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Attachment B contains a tree species list categorized into large, medium, and small canopy trees. Each entry includes the scientific name, common name, height, spread, and park strip requirements. Some species are marked as unapproved for street tree planting or designated as utility trees.
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The document provides a list of tree species suitable for planting, categorized by canopy size.
Each species entry includes its scientific name, common name, height, spread, and park strip requirements.
Certain species are marked as unapproved for street tree planting and others are designated as utility trees.
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There are unresolved placeholders for park strip requirements in some entries.
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Tree Species List Attachment B Choosing the right tree for the right location is important for tree health and the surrounding environment. Factors such as soil type, climate, available space, potential conflicts with infrastructure, and desired benefits such as fall color or flowers should be considered when selecting a tree. Large Canopy Trees Afrocarpus falcatus fern pine Height: 40-65'; Spread: 20-40' 6' + park strip Cedrus deodara* deodar cedar Height: 60-80'; Spread: 20-40' - Celtis sinensis* Chinese hackberry Height: 40-65'; Spread: 40' - Eucalyptus apocynifolia Sydney red gum Height: 65-80', Spread: 30-50' 6' + park strip Gymnocladus dioicus Kentucky coffeetree Height: 60-75'; Spread: 40-50’ 6' + park strip Gymnocladus dioicus ‘Espresso’ Espresso Kentucky coffeetree Height: 60-75'; Spread: 40-50’ 6' + park strip Quercus agrifolia coast live oak Height: 40-70'; Spread: 30-70' 7' + park strip Quercus canbyi Sierra red oak Height: 30-50'; Spread: 30-50' 6' + park strip Quercus coccinea scarlet oak Height: 60-80'; Spread: 40-70' 6' + park strip Quercus douglasii blue oak Height: 50-65'; Spread: 25-40' 6' + park strip Quercus engelmannii Engelmann oak Height: 55-65'; Spread:...
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The document outlines the Community Forest Management Plan and Forestry Annual Report presented to the Transportation and Environment Committee. It details five themes of the plan, including governance, sustainability, diversity, tree management, and planning practices. Key achievements include the planting of 2,014 new trees, pruning of 4,100 trees, and community engagement efforts. The report emphasizes the importance of sustainable urban forestry and support for diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Key points
The Community Forest Management Plan was adopted in 2022.
Five themes of the plan include streamlining governance, ensuring sustainability, support for diversity, effective tree management, and standardization of practices.
A new street tree list has been approved to adapt to current and future climates.
The goal of planting 2,000 new trees was exceeded with 2,014 trees planted.
4,100 trees were pruned as part of the management efforts.
Property owners can request free trees, with additional support in specific project areas.
Community engagement included 2,500 volunteers and 57 events hosted by Our City Forest.
The pruning rotation has been reduced from 30 years to an 11-year cycle, with a goal to further reduce it to 7 years.
Concerns about invasive species, such as the Shot Hole Borer, are addressed with treatment and removal efforts.
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(d)1 Community Forest Management Plan and Forestry Annual Report Transportation and Environment Committee June 8, 2026 John Ristow Director, DOT Jennifer Seguin Deputy Director, DOT Sara Davis City Forester, DOT Adopted 2022 Community Forest Management Plan Five themes Strategic workplan and progress 1 Five Themes of the Plan Each theme has strategies and objectives Streamlining governance Ensuring the sustainability of the urban forest Support for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging Efficient and effective tree management Standardization of planning and development practices 2 Ensuring the Sustainability of the Urban Forest New approved street tree list Trees selected for today’s climate and future climate Grouped into size classes to fit infrastructure 2,000 new tree goal met by DOT and PRNS - 2,014 planted 4,100 trees pruned 3 Ensuring the Sustainability of the Urban & Support for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Free Trees for All! Any property owner can request a free tree Property Owners in Community Forest Investment Project Area also receive contractor watering and pruning https://bit.ly/free-tree-planting 4 Support for...
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The letter from Rhonda Berry, President & CEO of Our City Forest, expresses gratitude to the City of San José and its departments for their partnership in advancing urban forestry goals. It highlights the importance of funding for the organization's office lease, which supports various operations and community engagement efforts. The letter outlines the achievements of Our City Forest, including tree planting and volunteer engagement, while also addressing financial challenges and the need for continued support to meet the city's canopy goals.
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The letter is addressed to the Transportation and Environment Committee of San José.
Our City Forest thanks the City for its partnership in urban forestry.
Funding for office lease support is acknowledged as essential for operations.
Our City Forest has engaged over 150,000 volunteers and planted more than 80,000 trees.
The organization has reached its planting goal of 1,765 trees for FY 2025–2026.
OCF faces financial uncertainty due to inflation, decreased City support, and federal revenue cuts.
The letter emphasizes the need for stable implementation capacity and continued investment in urban forestry.
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June 5, 2026 Transportation and Environment Committee City of San José 200 East Santa Clara Street San José, CA 95113 Re: Item (d)1 – Community Forest Management Plan and Urban Forestry Annual Report Dear Chair and Members of the Transportation and Environment Committee: On behalf of Our City Forest, I want to thank the City of San José, the Department of Transportation, the Department of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services, the Mayor, and the City Council for your continued partnership in advancing San José’s climate and urban forestry goals. We are especially grateful that the Mayor’s June Budget Message includes funding to continue the City’s office lease support for Our City Forest, and we want to thank Councilmember and Transportation and Environment Committee Chair David Cohen and his team for championing this request. Our office and operations space supports our fleet, planting materials, nursery coordination, AmeriCorps and California Climate Action Corps members, volunteers, and staff needed to deliver tree planting, young tree care, community engagement, workforce training, and stewardship services across San José. We appreciate the Mayor and Council’s...